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Thermographic Survey Experts – Discovering Hidden Heat Loss

Unlock your property’s true energy-saving potential with a professional Thermographic Survey/Thermal Imaging Survey. Whether you want to cut bills, increase home comfort, or meet modern energy standards, a thermal imaging…
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Understanding Thermal Imaging Inspections for Buildings

Introduction In an era where energy efficiency has become a critical focus for both households and businesses, understanding how to effectively manage heating and cooling costs is imperative. One of…
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Good environmental conditions for thermal imaging

For us to get the most accurate results from a thermal imaging survey for our clients, we need to consider several environmental factors, as good environmental conditions are required for…
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How Thermal Imaging Surveys Improve Health & Safety

Introduction Thermal imaging surveys are becoming increasingly recognised as an effective methodology for enhancing health and safety in large commercial buildings. These surveys utilise specialised cameras that detect infrared radiation…
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Why Choose APT for your Thermal Imaging Survey

Why Choose APT for your Thermal Imaging Survey? For starters, we have extensive experience in infrared inspections across various sectors, including engineering, construction, maintenance, and management. Our services span the…
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SMOKE SHAFT TESTING FOR MULTI STOREY DEVELOPMENTS

The importance of Automatic Opening Ventilation (AOV) in high-rise developments one of the most important parts of the building fire safety strategy. It’s important that smoke shafts are sufficiently airtight…
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Premium Last-Minute Thermal Imaging Service

Thermal imaging is one of the best types of surveys for building maintenance and diagnostics. Imagine discovering a potential issue in your building at the eleventh hour, such as ussies…
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Saving money with thermal imaging inspections

Thermal imaging inspections can be a great way to save money on long term building maintenance and energy costs! By employing these innovative techniques, property owners can uncover hidden inefficiencies, leading to…
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Pre & Post Construction Sound Testing methodology

The preconstruction sound testing methodology involves several steps to ensure accurate results. Here’s a general guide for sound testing floors in flats: Preconstruction sound testing methodology Planning the preconstruction test:…
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Pre & Post Construction Sound Testing to Floors

The pre and post Construction sound testing of floors in apartments that are under going floor upgrades, is an important part of ensuring that party floor meets the required sound…
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How our Thermal Imaging Surveys help Surveyors 

Thermal imaging inspections are a valuable tool during estate purchasing, providing detailed insights that go far beyond what the naked eye can see. By leveraging advanced technology, thermal imaging surveys…
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Thermal Imaging for Locating Building Defects in London

Building defects can easily be located with thermal imaging surveys.  Thermal imaging allows for non-invasive inspections on all types of commercial buildings and is a valuable tool for aiding restoration…
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Which Building Reg’s cover Sound Insulation Testing?

Which Building Reg’s cover Sound Insulation Testing? So, which billings reg’s cover sound insulation testing in the UK? Approved Document E or Part E of the Building Regulations as its…
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Choosing a Good Sound Testing Company

So, how do you go about choosing a good sound testing company. Sound insulation testing is a critical aspect of building construction and design. It ensures that your building meets…
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What is Sound Testing for Dwellings

So, what is sound testing for dwellings? well, its a common question we get asked my many customers. To summarise Sound insulation testing is a process that checks if a…
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Finding electrical hotspots with infrared inspections

The importance of identifying electrical hot spots during infrared inspections cannot be overstated. Thermal imaging has been used in electrical system inspections since this technology was unveiled more than forty…
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Common electrical problems detected by Infrared Inspections

There are many issues that can be identified during infrared inspections on electrical systems, they are as follows: Electrical Hot Spots: Areas that are significantly hotter than their surroundings, indicating…
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Preparing for an electrical infrared inspection

There are many items to consider when preparing for an electrical infrared inspection. The following article helps to explain how we (and our clients) need to prepare for a electrical…
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Electrical Thermal Imaging Glossary of Terms

The terminology used in the thermal imaging in building electrical systems can be quite extensive. To try and help we have written the following Electrical Thermal Imaging Glossary of Terms…
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Air Tightness Testing for Historic Buildings

As the world shifts toward sustainable practices, the importance of energy-efficient buildings cannot be overstated, that’s where the Air Tightness Testing for Historic Buildings comes into its own. While new constructions…

What is a Blower Door Test?

so, what is a blower door test, or air tightness test? A blower door test is a crucial assessment used to evaluate the airtightness of newly built and refurbished homes, let’s…