Borrow our thermal imaging camera and find out where your home is losing heat.
A thermal imaging camera is a unique tool which can map the heat loss from your house. The cameras are sensitive to infra-red and make ‘temperature map’ images.
These can show problems with insulation, draughts, damp and more – useful in older homes, but they can also reveal defects in new-builds. The images are easiest to decipher when it’s at least 10°C warmer inside than out, so this is mainly a winter activity.
Some of the problems shown are easy for householders to fix, like draught-proofing, and some, like faulty insulation, may need professional help. Significant improvements in comfort, energy bills and carbon emissions can be made as a result.
We now have 2 thermal imaging cameras to borrow for free!
To borrow a Thermal Imaging Camera from NEWHAVEN please visit: Newhaven Library of Things
To borrow a Thermal Imaging Camera from LEWES, please follow the booking instructions below
Borrowing Times for Lewes
Friday to Monday and Tuesday to Thursday
How to book our thermal camera
To make a booking, please select an available date on the calendar to the right. You’ll then receive an email confirmation with instructions for pick-up and drop-off.
Borrowers need to complete the BOOKING FORM before borrowing the camera, and complete a short feedback form afterwards, to help us evaluate and improve the scheme.
Once you have booked your slot, please complete the Feedback Form too.
How to use a Thermal Camera
Never used a thermal camera before? No problem, we’ve got you covered. Watch the video below on how to get started or check out the slides.
Please note, images from the Thermal Imaging Camera cannot be downloaded onto a Mac. If you need help with downloading your images, one of our Energy Champions can help.
Credits to Cambridge Carbon Footprint.