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Why do we use Drones/Thermography?

Put simply, is shows us what the naked eye can’t see.

During the daytime, any moisture that has penetrated the roof system will heat up. After sunset, the surrounding areas that are dry will cool down quickly whilst the water will retain its heat and start to radiate around sunset. This method precisely shows the areas in the roof that are holding water causing leaks and weight load.

The can be cross referenced with an underside deck thermal survey. We always recommend follow up core samples are taken to confirm diagnosis.

Fast and Cost Effective Benefits

VP have the resources to complete multiple projects at a time with quick turnaround times, to include daytime visuals, followed by matching evening thermal images. 2-3 days later the client received a detailed analysis report indicating all defective areas including the Photogrammetry map with measured saturation areas.

This is an add on if you require area of saturated measurements.

About Visual Perspectives

In 2009 VP entered into Thermal imaging inspection services. In 2015 we introduced our Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), drone inspection and drone survey providing cost effective solutions to Building Surveyors, NHS, Construction, Portfolio Management, Universities and Education. We’re renowned for our professionalism and dedication to improving safety, mitigating risk, improving operations and reducing operating costs for our clients through the use of new technology and extensive building inspection experience.

Why do we use a Thermography?

Put simply, is shows us what the naked eye can’t see.

During the daytime, any moisture that has penetrated the roof system will heat up. After sunset, the surrounding areas that are dry, will cool down quickly whilst the water will retain its heat and start to radiate. The method shows up clearly the areas in the roof that are holding water to assist in tracking the leak to the penetration or for general condition analysis.

We always recommend follow up core samples are taken to confirm diagnosis.

Fast and Cost Effective Benefits

Time: VP had the resources to complete this project in 1 day, to include daytime visuals, followed by matching evening thermal images. 2-3 days later the client received a detailed analysis report indicating all defective areas including the Photogrammetry map with measured saturation areas. The client followed up with confirmed core samples.

Cost: Each project varies but on average £1800 per standard roof.

About Visual Perspectives

In 2009 VP entered into Thermal imaging inspection services. In 2015 we introduced our Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), drone inspection and drone survey providing cost effective solutions to Building Surveyors, NHS, Construction, Portfolio Management, Universities and Education. We’re renowned for our professionalism and dedication to improving safety, mitigating risk, improving operations and reducing operating costs for our clients through the use of new technology and extensive building inspection experience.

Why do we use a Thermography?

Put simply, is shows us what the naked eye can’t see.

Thermal imaging cameras see heat instead of light and automatically allocate various colours to different temperatures. For example, red is hot and blue is cold. The hottest colour being red/white and the coldest being blue/black.

A well-insulated roof or building in good condition should show consistent temperatures and colours across its surface.

Fast and Cost Effective Benefits

Time: VP has the resources to complete the entire data capture in one day on site, to include daytime visuals, followed by matching evening thermal images. 2-3 days later you will receive a detailed analysis report indicating all defective areas along with links to the portal and map downloads.

Safety: A team of 3 will manage the site operation and safety according to strict CAA safety Regulations.

About Visual Perspectives

In 2009 VP entered into Thermal imaging inspection services. In 2015 we introduced our Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), drone inspection and drone survey providing cost effective solutions to Building Surveyors, NHS, Construction, Portfolio Management, Universities and Education. We’re renowned for our professionalism and dedication to improving safety, mitigating risk, improving operations and reducing operating costs for our clients through the use of new technology and extensive building inspection experience.

Why do we use a Thermal Drone?

Put simply, is shows us what the naked eye can’t see.

Using our state of the art, thermal imaging UAV drones we can offer an entirely new and unique perspective. We can get closer, are more manoeuvrable and go where traditional aircraft can’t.

Our visual and thermal survey was completed, safely and accurately, in a single day meaning minimal disruption to the client and the operation of the site.

Upon thermographic analysis of the roof, a general good standard of temperature consistency was discovered indicating the majority of the roof is well insulated and is in a sound condition. However, some areas of suspect inconsistent temperatures were discovered. These suspect areas were mainly located at roof junctions where the two previously separate buildings have been connected as one. Increased temperatures seen extending along these locations indicates higher than expected heat loss, in our opinion, most likely a result poor roof detailing. Regions of excessive heat loss via poor detailing are also potential sources of moisture ingress via the same pathways.

Further, regions of higher than expected temperatures were also discovered at perimeter detailing and various other locations; these have been included in the report and marked on the following roof plan for consideration; however, the majority of these anomalies are, in our opinion, minor.

About Visual Perspectives

In 2009 VP entered into Thermal imaging inspection services. In 2015 we introduced our Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), drone inspection and drone survey providing cost effective solutions to Building Surveyors, NHS, Construction, Portfolio Management, Universities and Education. We’re renowned for our professionalism and dedication to improving safety, mitigating risk, improving operations and reducing operating costs for our clients through the use of new technology and extensive building inspection experience.

Why do we use Thermography:

Put simply, is shows us what the naked eye can’t see.

Thermal imaging cameras see heat instead of light and automatically allocate various colours to different temperatures.

For example, red is hot and blue is cold. The hottest colour being red/white and the coldest being blue/black.

A well-insulated roof or building in good condition should show consistent temperatures and colours across its surface.

Fast & Cost Effective Benefits

Time: VP has the resources to complete the entire data capture in one day on site, to include daytime visuals, followed by matching evening thermal images. 2-3 days later you will receive a detailed analysis report indicating all defective areas along with links to the portal and map downloads.

Safety: A team of 3 will manage the site operation and safety according to strict CAA safety Regulations.

About Visual Perspectives

In 2009 VP entered into Thermal imaging inspection services. In 2015 we introduced our Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), drone inspection and drone survey providing cost effective solutions to Building Surveyors, NHS, Construction, Portfolio Management, Universities and Education. We’re renowned for our professionalism and dedication to improving safety, mitigating risk, improving operations and reducing operating costs for our clients through the use of new technology and extensive building inspection experience.

Why do we use Thermography:

Put simply, is shows us what the naked eye can’t see.

During the daytime, any moisture that has penetrated the exterior finish will heat up.

After sunset, the surrounding areas that are dry, will cool down quickly whilst the water will retain its heat and start to radiate.

The method shows up clearly the areas in the clad that are holding water to assist in tracking the leak to the penetration or for general condition analysis.

We always recommend follow up core samples are taken to confirm diagnosis.

Benefits

Time: VP has the resources to complete 2-3 Tower Blocks per day, to include daytime visuals, followed by matching evening thermal images. 2-3 days later you will receive a detailed analysis report indicating all defective areas.

Safety: A team of 3 will manage the site operation and safety according to strict CAA safety Regulations.

Cost: Each project varies but on average £2000 per tower block

About Visual Perspectives

In 2009 VP entered into Thermal imaging inspection services. In 2015 we introduced our Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), drone inspection and drone survey providing cost effective solutions to Building Surveyors, NHS, Construction, Portfolio Management, Universities and Education. We’re renowned for our professionalism and dedication to improving safety, mitigating risk, improving operations and reducing operating costs for our clients through the use of new technology and extensive building inspection experience.