A standard is not a personal qualification
A building-thermography standard describes an approach, procedure or competence framework. A certificate identifies a specific award and holder, with its own level, scope, issuer and sometimes renewal conditions. A degree in architectural technology or experience specifying insulation and façade systems can provide valuable context but is not automatically an infrared thermography certificate.
Likewise, familiarity with BREEAM's requirements does not make an individual a licensed BREEAM assessor or mean that any thermal survey will be accepted for a scheme credit.
What to check when commissioning a survey
Ask what the survey is meant to answer, which standard or project brief is applicable, who will collect and interpret the images, which qualifications the contract or assessor requires, what conditions are needed and what the report will deliver. If a BREEAM-related survey is being commissioned, the assessor should confirm the relevant scheme/version and evidence and competence criteria in advance.
How Vertex describes its technical background
Vertex can explain the architectural technology and building-envelope experience relevant to a proposed design review or investigation. Any thermography certificate, professional membership, BREEAM assessor approval or other accreditation should only be advertised once its precise title and status have been verified.
Which service should I ask about?
For a cold window reveal, EWI discontinuity or moisture concern, describe your observed problem first. For a compliance-driven project, provide the required scheme and specification. Vertex can help define the relevant building-envelope scope and confirm whether any separately qualified specialist is needed.
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