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Thermal Camera Hire (Bosch GTC 400 C) — Cape Town

See hot and cold spots instantly — locate leaks, burst pipes and hidden pipe runs without breaking walls.

Bosch GTC 400 C thermal camera for hire in Cape Town

About this tool

Find the leak before you open the wall. The Bosch GTC 400 C shows temperature differences that reveal wet patches, hot water pipe runs and burst geyser feeds behind plaster, under screeds and in ceilings. Images save to file on site, so the evidence goes straight into your quote or insurance report.

R550per day · same day collection / next day delivery (charges may apply)
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Fittings & extras you'll likely need

What to have on the bakkie so the hire day isn't wasted.

Moisture meter (recommended)Thermal shows temperature, not water — confirm suspect patches with a moisture reading.
Hot water runningRun the geyser/hot tap for a few minutes so pipe runs light up clearly.
Marking chalk / tapeMark the wall where the anomaly shows so you cut in the right place.
Bosch ThermalOn app (free)Transfers thermal images to your phone over WiFi — get it for Android or iPhone before you collect.
💡 Not sure on sizes or fittings? Call us on 073 701 7408 before you collect — phone support is part of the service.

On the job

The GTC 400 C and what it shows you.

How to use it — step by step

An easy guide to get it right first time. Full support on the phone if you get stuck.

  1. Create a temperature differenceRun hot water through the system (or shut it off and let it cool) so leaks stand out.
  2. Scan the suspect areaSweep walls, floors and ceilings slowly from 1–2m away.
  3. Watch for patternsA fan-shaped cold patch usually means moisture; a warm line is a hot water pipe run.
  4. Confirm the anomalyCheck the same spot from another angle and confirm with a moisture meter if possible.
  5. Save and transfer the imageCapture the thermal image on site, then send it to your phone over WiFi with the free Bosch ThermalOn app for your report.
  6. Mark and open upMark the confirmed spot and open the wall/floor exactly where the camera says.