Why Infrared Thermal Imaging is Important to Any Inspection
When it comes to purchasing a home, many home buyers can be unaware of the issues that can arise. They can also be unaware of the technology that can be used to help identify these issues. Infrared thermal imaging is one of these lesser known technologies. Infrared thermal imaging can make a huge difference in identifying small, but key changes in temperature as well as other problems within a home.
Infrared thermal imaging can even identify problematic areas that a visual inspection could only hypothesize. As the experts in inspection offering infrared thermal imaging for the Twin Cities area, we would like to educate area home buyers on this essential service.
Our infrared thermal imaging is not an add-on service because we believe in its ability to detect issues otherwise overlooked. Electrical problems can be revealed as well as heat and energy loss, foundation cracks, structural concerns, missing insulation, ventilation problems and more.
Some of the other major problems that can be found with an infrared camera include determining if all parts of a radiator are working properly, finding any plumbing leaks using ceiling stains as a tip off. Water will typically give up its heat at a slower rate than its surrounding ceiling materials because of its high thermal capacity, so we can see with just one image if any areas have accumulated moisture. Infrared thermal imaging may also be able to see if there are voids in insulation. When we scan walls, floors and ceilings with the camera we can see differences in temperature and conductivity throughout the home which tell us about hidden missing insulation and other components.
Infrared thermal imaging can also ensure the electrical panel is not overheating. Infrared thermal imaging can identify the source of electrical problems quickly and accurately. This can add huge value to a home, while preventing injury and property damage. Identify if all of the in-floor heat coils are operating for those with heated floors. This is very important for not only comfort but safety as well.
And, these are just some of the reasons you should have infrared thermal imaging included in your home inspection. When buying a home, make sure it doesn’t have hidden headaches with infrared thermal imaging. To learn more about infrared thermal imaging for your Twin Cities home inspection, call us at AmeriSpec Home Inspection Service at 952-854-5110, or you can Contact Us.
Our infrared thermal imaging is not an add-on service because we believe in its ability to detect issues otherwise overlooked. Electrical problems can be revealed as well as heat and energy loss, foundation cracks, structural concerns, missing insulation, ventilation problems and more.
Some of the other major problems that can be found with an infrared camera include determining if all parts of a radiator are working properly, finding any plumbing leaks using ceiling stains as a tip off. Water will typically give up its heat at a slower rate than its surrounding ceiling materials because of its high thermal capacity, so we can see with just one image if any areas have accumulated moisture. Infrared thermal imaging may also be able to see if there are voids in insulation. When we scan walls, floors and ceilings with the camera we can see differences in temperature and conductivity throughout the home which tell us about hidden missing insulation and other components.
Infrared thermal imaging can also ensure the electrical panel is not overheating. Infrared thermal imaging can identify the source of electrical problems quickly and accurately. This can add huge value to a home, while preventing injury and property damage. Identify if all of the in-floor heat coils are operating for those with heated floors. This is very important for not only comfort but safety as well.
And, these are just some of the reasons you should have infrared thermal imaging included in your home inspection. When buying a home, make sure it doesn’t have hidden headaches with infrared thermal imaging. To learn more about infrared thermal imaging for your Twin Cities home inspection, call us at AmeriSpec Home Inspection Service at 952-854-5110, or you can Contact Us.
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