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Thermal Imaging in Home Inspections
The use of infrared cameras has become an essential aspect of doing a home inspection. Our inspector, Fred, is an InterNACHI ® Infrared Certified ® Thermography Inspector and a FLIR Level 1 Certified Infrared Thermographer. Fred use a state-of-the-art FLIR infrared camera to find problems that aren’t visible to the naked eye.
What is Infrared Thermography?
Infrared thermography technology is nothing short of amazing. It is one of the most powerful technologies developed to detect heat. Thermal imaging cameras convert heat that is emitted by objects into colored images to show variations in surface temperatures to a fraction of a degree.
It is used in a variety of applications, from surveillance and security, search and rescue missions, to the medical industry in detecting breast cancer.
It’s application to building inspections allows our home inspector, Fred, to detect things he wouldn’t be able to see with his eyes. Thermal imaging can find hot or cold spots, and even pinpoint plumbing leaks and inadequate insulation behind walls. Fred is certified and experienced with this technology and uses it to provide you with the most accurate findings available.
Benefits of Infrared Thermal Imaging Inspections
Here are a few ways that a thermal imaging camera helps during a home inspection:
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Detection of concealed moisture problems;
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Identification of missing and/or inadequate insulation;
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Detection of heat losses;
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Identification of potential mildew and potentially toxic mold problems before they become more serious.
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Pinpointing of hidden plumbing leaks.
Our professional services will provide you with the information you need to make informed home buying or renovation decisions. We will provide you with the infrared inspection findings in an easy-to-read home inspection report.
The infrared inspection is included in the price of your home inspection and will provide you with peace of mind that you are receiving the most thorough inspection available.