Thermal Imaging
What Is Thermal Imaging
A thermal camera is used to capture temperature images of a home’s surfaces, which is otherwise invisible to the naked eye. Thermal scans are a non-disruptive method of scanning a surface to find potential problems like heat escaping through cracks & crevices, frigid incoming air, or moisture that may be leaking inside.
Since our profession is generally understood to be a non-destructive, hands-off business, there is great reliance of visual inspection, eyesonly, with minimal physical interaction. Thermal imaging is well suited to this mission. It is merely a means of extending our vision beyond what we can see with the naked eye.
Thermal Imaging Can Reveal:
Thermal imagery provides an immediate look at your home’s condition, without having to tear anything apart to see inside the walls. A thermal imaging inspection can reveal:
- The placement of studs and rafters that might not be up to code.
- Water penetration into roofs and ceiling surfaces.
- Moisture build-up in building materials.
- Detection of missing or insufficient insulation.
- Electrical issues at points like breaker boxes, outlets, and switches.
- Plumbing & piping and their proper/improper installation.
- Impact on energy efficiency.
- Pests and infestations.
