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Thermal imaging, included with every home inspection
An infrared camera shows temperature differences the eye can't see. I use one on every residential inspection at no extra charge.
What it finds
- Moisture from roof and plumbing leaks behind walls and ceilings
- Missing or settled insulation
- Air leaks around windows, doors and ducts
- Overheating breakers, wiring and connections
- Heating and cooling that isn't reaching a room
- Failed seals in double-pane windows
An infrared camera can pick up differences of a fraction of a degree, so a wet patch of drywall or an overloaded breaker shows up long before it becomes a stain or a burn mark.
What it can't do
A thermal camera doesn't see through walls. It reads surface temperature, and I interpret the pattern. That is why I confirm suspect areas with a moisture meter before anything goes in your report.
Results also depend on conditions on the day. A leak that has been dry for weeks may not show.
Thermal imaging is included in every package, starting with Standard at $415.
Common questions
Is thermal imaging really free with the inspection?
Yes. Thermal imaging is included in every residential home inspection package.
Can it find mold?
Not directly. It finds the moisture that mold needs. If I find a wet area, mold testing can tell you whether growth is present.
Ready to book your inspection?
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