The inspection is only visual with no drilling or panel removal and no disturbance to the fabric of your home.
The inspection and data collected will typically include the following;
- The year of property construction
- Walls and roof construction
- Signs of wall-cavity insulation
- Energy-saving "green" devices (such as solar panels, for instance)
- Number of double glazed windows and when installed
- Number of open or closed fireplaces
- Make and model of boiler and the type of flue and fuel used
- Number of low energy light-bulbs
- Type of heating system used and controls (wall thermostat etc...)
- Roof insulation and thickness.
- Measure the thickness of the hot water cylinder jacket or foam.
- Check for excessive window area in larger houses and take measurements of conservatories and extensions.
- Note the number of habitable rooms that are heated.
- Measure the internal or external areas of the home.
- Sketch and make notes relating to home and room layout