Infrared Thermography is the state of the art way to uncover hidden problems during a home inspection. Differences in temperature show up as color variations on the cameras view screen, allowing the inspector to "see" many problems that would ordinarily go undetected.

Our infrared camera allows us to uncover and "see" what the ordinary eye cannot. We "look inside" your home's walls, ceilings, behind ceramic tile, and under floors for moisture, electrical issues, pests, ductwork leaks, and energy loss due to insufficient insulation.

Adding Infrared

Spot moisture in walls.

Find energy loss due to poor or inadequate insulation.

Detect leaks in pipes and ductwork.

Find moisture behind vinyl siding.

Find electrical hotspots behind walls and in outlets.

Identify problems in panel boxes.

Energy Survey

COMPLAINING ABOUT DRAFTS, COLD SPOTS OR EXCESSIVE HEATING AND COOLING COSTS?

SAVE MONEY ON YOUR ENERGY BILLS

STAY WARM IN THE WINTER AND COOL IN THE SUMMER

Infrared Energy Loss Survey is the only proven, nondestructive and complete method for troubleshooting building energy loss and moisture problems. Building owners use envelope testing to save millions of dollars every year by reducing energy costs, minimizing structural damage, and enhancing occupant comfort and health. An infrared survey is the best way to find energy loss area.

AN INFRARED SURVEY WILL HELP YOU:

Pinpoint missing, damaged or wet insulation
Locate causes of frozen pipes and ice dams
Locate heat escape from roof, door jams, windows, vents and more
Identify sources of air and water infiltration
Detect conditions likely to support growth of mold and mildew
Reduce heating and cooling costs
Determine best options for energy-saving renovation and retrofits

COMMON HOUSHOLD AIR LEAKS

Between Floor Joists
Behind Kneewalls
Attic Hatch
Wiring Holes
Plumbing Vent
Open Soffit
Recessed Light
Furnace Flue
Duct Chaseways
Basement Rim Joists

INFRARED IMAGING DETECTS MISSING INSULATION AND ENERGY LOSS

RETROFITTING SERVICES

Caulking Windows
Covering Soffits and Chaseways
Foam Caulking Small Gaps
Installing Insulation
Installing Vapor Barrier
Installing Rafter Vent
Plugging Open Stud Cavities
Sealing Behind Kneewalls
Sealing and Insulating around Heat and Air Ducts
Sealing around Recessed Lighting
Sealing Basement Air Leaks
Sealing and Caulking Rim Joist Areas
Sealing and Caulking around Furnace Flues, Chimney and Plumbing
Weather Stripping

COMMON PROBLEMS

Stack Effect

Even small gaps in the building's upper structural components or cladding can allow significant amounts of heated air to escape (exfiltration). As warm air exits the upper parts of the building, cold outside air is sucked in at lower levels to replace it (infiltration). Occupants may complain of drafts, cold spots and other discomforts. The escaping warm, moist air condenses when it contacts colder surfaces in the building envelope, creating moisture build-up inside walls and building materials.

Insulation

Moisture rapidly reduces the insulating power (R-value) of wall and roof insulation, causing large year-round energy losses that can be accurately detected with infrared thermography. Our building envelope inspections also verify the proper installation of insulating materials. If your home has wet, missing, misplaced, or compressed insulation, we will pinpoint and document the problems so you can plan the most cost-effective repairs.