What is Thermal Imaging?

Thermal imaging (also known as thermography and infrared or IR technology) is an emerging technology that may allow the inspector to show you things about your home that no one can show you using other inspection methods.  Thermal imaging produces images of invisible heat energy emitted from objects and systems in the home and allows it to be measured.

5 Common Uses for Thermal Imaging

Using this non-invasive thermal imaging technology, may be able to detect or discover a whole host of potential issues and impacts that may be left unevaluated during a general home inspection.

• Moisture detection, including hidden plumbing leaks, roof leaks, wet insulation and other moisture entry places like foundation, basement or crawl space.
• Energy loss stemming from poor or missing insulation, damaged radiant heating systems, flue leaks, broken window seals and weak thermal barrier points like doors, windows, attics and more
• Electrical hot spots like circuit breakers (included old or overloaded breaker boxes), electrical faults and overheated electrical components and equipment.
• Pest identification, especially termites and other wood-destroying organisms and mice.
• Reinspection of completed repairs to confirm the work of a contractor, technician or homeowner.