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Thermal Imaging Inspection

$990.00

An infrared scan of your commercial solar array, by drone or at roof level, to find hot spots, failing connectors and faulty bypass diodes before they cause losses.

From $990 (Up to 100 kW), including GST. Indicative starting price: the final fixed price is confirmed in writing after a site assessment.

SKU: BES-SVC-05
Brand: Blue Energy Solar
Pack size: Up to 100 kW
Form: On-site service + report
Categories: Commercial & Industrial
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Many solar faults are invisible to the naked eye but show clearly as heat. Cracked cells, failed bypass diodes, degraded solder bonds, loose connectors and partial shading all create temperature differences across the array. On a commercial roof with hundreds of panels, a thermal imaging inspection is one of the fastest ways to find problems before they cause lost production or fire risks.

We scan the array with a calibrated thermal camera, by drone or from roof level depending on site access and airspace, while the system is operating in strong sunlight. Anomalies are photographed, located on a layout plan and classified by severity. Inspections start from $990 for systems up to 100 kW. This is an indicative starting price; the final fixed price is confirmed in writing after we review the site, roof access and flight conditions.

What's included

  • Pre-inspection review of the system layout, monitoring data and site safety requirements
  • Thermal scan of every panel by drone or roof-level camera
  • Thermal inspection of accessible combiner boxes, isolators and inverter connections
  • Paired thermal and visual images of each anomaly
  • Location of each fault on an array layout plan
  • A written report classifying each anomaly by severity, with recommended actions

Why Blue Energy Solar

We design, install and maintain commercial solar, so our reports go beyond pictures: we explain what each hot spot means and what should be done about it. When repairs are needed, our licensed electricians and SAA-accredited installers can quote and carry them out. We are a New Energy Tech Approved Seller with $20 million public liability cover, and we work to your site induction and safety rules.

Recommended for

Owners and facility managers of commercial and industrial solar systems who want a fast, non-invasive check of every panel.

Conditions matter. Reliable thermal results need strong, steady sunlight and the system operating normally, so inspections are scheduled for clear days and may be moved if the weather changes.

Drone flights depend on aviation rules, local airspace restrictions and site permissions; where flying isn't possible, we inspect from roof level, which can take longer. Thermal imaging finds heat-related faults but doesn't measure panel degradation precisely, so pairing it with IV curve testing gives a fuller picture. The price depends on system size, roof access, site induction requirements and the number of buildings.

Directions

1. Request an inspection and share your system size, layout and any monitoring alerts.
2. We check site access, safety requirements and flight conditions and confirm a fixed written price.
3. We schedule the scan for a clear, sunny day and complete your site induction.
4. The array and accessible electrical components are scanned while operating.
5. You receive a written report with images, fault locations and recommended actions.

Warnings

The listed price is an indicative starting price for systems up to 100 kW; the final fixed price is confirmed in writing after we review the site and access.
Inspections need clear, sunny conditions and may be rescheduled for weather.
Drone use is subject to aviation rules, airspace restrictions and site owner permission.
Repairs and replacement parts are not included and are quoted separately.
Site inductions, escorts or after-hours access requirements may affect the price.

Frequently Asked Questions

Many owners arrange one soon after installation to set a baseline, then every one to two years, or after hail, storms or a drop in performance. Large systems, older arrays and sites where a fire would seriously disrupt operations benefit most from regular scans. Your report includes a suggested inspection interval based on what we find.

No. Thermal imaging must be done while the system is producing power, because faults show up as heat under load. Your operations continue normally. If we find a serious fault, such as a burning connector, we tell your site contact immediately and recommend isolating the affected section until it is repaired.

A drone covers large arrays quickly and captures the whole roof in consistent images, which suits big sites. Roof-level inspection is used where flying isn't allowed, such as near airports, or when a closer look at connectors and equipment is needed. We recommend the right approach for your site when confirming the price.

We walk you through the findings and separate urgent faults from those to monitor. For panels or connectors needing replacement, we provide a written quote, and faulty panels may be covered by the manufacturer's warranty. The report provides evidence to support a warranty claim, and we can manage the replacement with your approval.
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Service area & scheduling

Where we work

  • Sydney and a radius of roughly 200 km: Newcastle, the Central Coast, Wollongong, the Southern Highlands, the Blue Mountains, Bathurst, Orange, Lithgow, Goulburn and the Canberra region.

Timing

  • Usually scheduled within 2-3 weeks on a clear, sunny day, with the report delivered within about a week.

How your request works

  • Send your request and our team contacts you to arrange the site assessment. You receive a written fixed-price quote before any work starts.
  • All electrical work is carried out by licensed electricians; solar and battery design and installation by SAA-accredited installers.
  • Blue Energy Solar is a New Energy Tech Approved Seller and holds $20 million public liability cover.

Prices include GST.

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JoseFernandez
Great product the results are fascinant
02/08/2024 02:59 PM

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