Envelope Thermal
Envelope Thermal Assessments
Envelopes fail at transitions: window frames, floor lines, penetrations. Thermal assessment shows where heat and air take the shortcuts, and where moisture hides behind finishes.
Symptoms we're called for
- Cold rooms, drafts and condensation on interior surfaces
- Mould at wall bases or window frames
- Energy use higher than neighbours in similar units
- A building science review needed before renovation
Property types
- Homes and condos
- Strata buildings and townhouse complexes
- Commercial facades and curtain walls
Methods used
- Depressurization-assisted infrared scanning where appropriate
- Thermal review of transitions, frames and penetrations
- Moisture readings to separate wet from merely cold
- Comparative scans after air sealing or repair
Limitations, stated plainly
- Assessments identify performance issues, not code compliance
- Wind, sun and interior heating affect readings
- Concealed damage may need invasive confirmation by others
What you receive
- Annotated thermal set by elevation or room
- A findings map of insulation gaps, leaks and moisture
- Prioritized recommendations
Next steps
- Air-seal or insulate where gaps are confirmed
- Dry and verify areas with moisture
- Re-scan after work to confirm improvement