How Thermography Supports Building Performance and BREEAM Credits
Modern construction demands verifiable performance. Building fabric thermography is not just a diagnostic tool — it’s a compliance requirement. Under the BREEAM ENE01 (Reduction of Energy Use and Carbon Emissions) credit, a thermographic survey is often essential to demonstrate that the thermal envelope meets design intent.
At Red Fox Thermal, we provide Category 2 thermography and BREEAM-compliant reports for developers, architects, sustainability consultants, and main contractors across the UK.
What BREEAM Requires
For most new build projects targeting high BREEAM ratings, thermography must:
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Be carried out by a Level 2 (Category 2) qualified thermographer
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Follow BS EN 13187 or ISO 6781 standards
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Include sampling coverage of at least 10% of the building envelope, or as specified by the assessor
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Take place after the building fabric is complete but before handover
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Include a clear, auditable report suitable for submission to the BREEAM assessor
Failing to meet these requirements can delay certification or lead to credit loss — which can have significant financial implications for the project.
Our Technical Approach
Red Fox Thermal brings precision and credibility to every BREEAM thermographic survey:
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Category 2 Certified Thermographer — qualified to design and interpret building surveys
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ISO 6781 / BS EN 13187 Compliance — full adherence to recognised methodologies
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Professional-grade equipment — ensuring accurate temperature resolution and emissivity calibration
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Controlled survey conditions — ensuring temperature differentials meet standard requirements
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Clear reporting and documentation — formatted for submission directly to assessors or design teams
Why Clients Choose Red Fox Thermal
Our background in aerospace thermal control systems means we bring a higher level of engineering rigour to building thermography. Each survey is guided by data integrity, calibration, and quantitative analysis — the same principles that ensure satellites survive in orbit.
We provide services to:
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Main contractors and developers seeking BREEAM ENE01 credits
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Architects and design consultants requiring as-built verification
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Facilities managers conducting post-occupancy performance checks
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Sustainability professionals compiling evidence for BREEAM and EPC submissions
Deliverables You Can Depend On
Your BREEAM thermographic report will include:
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Summary of methodology and environmental conditions
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Annotated thermal and digital images with clear anomaly descriptions
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Quantitative analysis where applicable
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Discussion of likely causes and severity
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Recommendations for remedial action
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Confirmation of compliance with BREEAM and ISO standards
Every report is written with auditors in mind — clear, professional, and defensible.
Partner with Red Fox Thermal
Whether you need a one-off survey or an ongoing partnership across multiple projects, Red Fox Thermal offers the expertise and reliability demanded by high-value developments.
Ensure your BREEAM thermographic survey is carried out right — first time.
Contact us to discuss your project, request a quote, or schedule a pre-survey consultation.