ᐅ Inspection of underfloor heating using a thermal imaging camera—insulation needed?
Created on: 17 May 2016 09:38
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fraubauer
Good day.
Is it possible for an inspector to check an already installed underfloor heating system using a thermal imaging camera?
The apartment is new and not yet furnished.
We would like to know exactly where the heating pipes are installed.
Also, can such a camera detect thermal bridges in winter?
It is currently too warm outside.
Or how could these points be checked at this time?
Thank you
Is it possible for an inspector to check an already installed underfloor heating system using a thermal imaging camera?
The apartment is new and not yet furnished.
We would like to know exactly where the heating pipes are installed.
Also, can such a camera detect thermal bridges in winter?
It is currently too warm outside.
Or how could these points be checked at this time?
Thank you
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Peanuts7423 May 2016 07:40I also wonder what some people do in their kitchens when moving a cooking island that probably weighs several hundred kilograms (hundreds of pounds). During these "operations," just don’t forget to turn off the ceramic hob (if it’s not an induction hob).
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Ulrich Fuckert23 May 2016 15:23Peanuts74 schrieb:
To return to the original question, I have personally taken some thermal images using a thermal camera. Normally, you won’t be able to see the individual heating pipes or how closely they are spaced because the screed and flooring heat up and distribute the warmth evenly. However, if for example no pipe is installed under a kitchen unit or similar area, you will clearly see or even feel this with the camera as well as barefoot during winter.If the screed has cooled down beforehand and you perform thermography during the warm-up phase, the heating pipes can be clearly identified. I have done this many times myself.
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Peanuts7423 May 2016 15:30It might also depend on the installation spacing. With about 7cm (3 inches), as we have in some parts, I wouldn’t drill based solely on the picture…