The Thermal Imaging Camera loan scheme is a project brought to you by Sedgefield Development Trust. We want to help you spot heat loss around your home with one of our thermal imaging cameras, which you can loan for free.

They are simple to use and can help you to find where heat is either escaping or cold is entering your home.

Over the coming weeks, we will be contacting those of you who expressed an interest last year but we were unable to accommodate.

If you are not yet on our list and you would like to borrow a camera then complete a booking form.

Due to the rise in temperatures, the scheme is now closed until later in the year. You can still register and we will be in touch when your time slot has been allocated.

Thermal imaging can vividly reveal where your home is leaking heat.

The cameras are sensitive to infra-red and make ‘temperature map’ images. This can show problems with insulation, draughts, damp and more – useful in older homes, but also for revealing 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 are often made as a result.

Please take a look at the simple loan process below before loaning our Thermal Imaging Camera.
1. Use the QR code or this link to register your details on our online form
2. We will contact you and allocate you a 7 day camera loan period
3. On your allocated date please COLLECT the camera from Mess Charcuterie and Bar, 6 North End, Sedgefield, Stockton-on-Tees TS21 3BS, AFTER 12pm. Please bring a form of ID that matches your details on the booking form.
4. Take your time and use the camera around your home recording the findings as you go
5. On day 7 (or before) please RETURN your camera to Mess Charcuterie BEFORE 12pm
6. Finally, don't forget to complete the survey report and help us build a profile of heat loss in our area.