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What is infrared home inspection and why you should insist to have it before you buy your home.

Oct 20 2013 · 0 comments · Infrared Thermography

Infrared Thermography used in a home inspection can show the client defects around the house that no other home inspection method can. The technology is used in a variety of inspections around the house. The infrared camera can detect moisture damage around the house, these are environments ideal for mold growth. it can also detect cold spots or missing insulation in the attic, exterior walls or ceilings. Infrared thermography is also used to detect water leaks around the house, in the roof, and in the basement whether it is from a plumbing leak or from the exterior through the foundation walls. It is also used in electrical inspection and is used to detect overloaded circuits or defective breakers.

basement window leak cropped1 300x138 What is infrared home inspection and why you should insist to have it before you buy your home.

A side by side picture and thermogram of basement window leak, the purple color area below indicates cooler temperature and hence high probability of moisture or a lack of insulation below the window. We always confirm with moisture meter reading before drawing such conclusions. The basement window leak detected by infrared camera Flir B-250

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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