MECC Trust

MECC Trust – Balsall Heath

Seeing in Colour: Thermal Imaging Workshop

Discover how heat moves through your home and learn practical, achievable ways to reduce energy loss.
This hands‑on workshop introduces you to thermal imaging technology and shows how it can reveal hidden issues such as draughts, damp patches, cold bridges and insulation gaps. You’ll learn how to interpret the colours on a thermal image, understand what they mean for your home, and explore simple fixes that can make a real difference to comfort and energy bills.

What You’ll Learn

• How thermal cameras work and why they’re useful for home energy checks

• How to spot common problems: draughts, damp, cold spots, missing insulation

• What different colours and temperature patterns mean

• Low‑cost DIY improvements you can do straight away

• When to seek further advice or support

• How to borrow a thermal camera to assess your own home after the workshop

This session is designed for all experience levels, no technical background needed.

Who This Workshop Is For

• Renters and homeowners wanting to understand their home’s energy performance

• Community volunteers and local advisers

• Anyone curious about thermal imaging and practical energy saving

• People looking for low‑cost ways to stay warm and reduce bills

Travel Information

By bus:

• Routes 35, 50, 45, and 47 all stop within a short walk of MECC Trust.

By train:

• Nearest station: Bordesley (20–25 min walk)

• Alternatively, Birmingham New Street + 50 bus is usually quicker.

Parking:

• Limited on‑street parking available around the building.