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Thermal Imaging

See what the eye can't.

Inspector holding a thermal imaging camera in front of a house, the screen showing the building's heat signature in red, yellow and blue

Thermal imaging detects hidden issues by mapping heat signatures, revealing problems like heat loss, energy inefficiencies, moisture intrusion, electrical hot spots, and structural concerns.

Early detection prevents costly repairs, structural damage, and energy waste. Professional inspections help business owners protect investments, ensure safety, and maintain a comfortable environment.

Inside The Technology

What is Thermal Imaging?

Thermal imaging helps the inspector to uncover problems that aren't always visible to the human eye. The thermal camera employs a process that translates the heat signature in your home on a gradient scale, ranging from bright red to dark blue. Higher temperatures will translate as red, while darker colors are triggered by lower temperatures in wet areas.

How the camera renders temperature
Dark blue Lower temperatures, wet areas Bright red Higher temperatures
What It Finds

Uncover Problems Not Visible to the Human Eye

Thermal imaging will uncover:

Heat Loss Around Walls & Floors
Heat Loss at Windows & Doors
Energy Loss
Electrical Hot Spots
Flue Leaks in Chimney
Wood-Destroying Insects
Moisture Intrusion

These issues can lead to significant energy inefficiencies, structural damage, and costly repairs if left unaddressed. Through professional inspection services for businesses, these potential problems can be identified early, ensuring the safety, efficiency, and longevity of commercial properties. Proactive inspections help business owners make informed decisions, protect investments, and maintain a comfortable environment for employees and customers alike.

From Real Inspections

Home Inspections can include Thermal Imaging

Four captures from the field, and what an inspector reads in each one.

Thermal image of an electrical panel where one breaker glows bright yellow against the cooler purple of the panel
Thermal capture · Double-tapped breaker running hot
Electrical Safety

Electrical Hot Spots Detection

Thermal imaging can let you know of any dangerous electrical hot spots in your home. As seen in the image, one of the breakers in the circuit breaker has very high heat.

What The Image Shows

This is due to two wires connected to one breaker. This is a double tapped breaker.

Thermal image of a window where the frame and surrounding wall read cold purple against a warm orange interior
Thermal capture · Cold band around a window frame
Building Envelope

Heat Loss at Windows

As shown in this thermal image, there's a significant heat loss around the windows.

What The Image Shows

This could be a sign of air infiltration in the windows. Heat loss can also occur around the doors as well.

Thermal image with a small bright heat source circled and labelled Mouse, inside an otherwise even wall surface
Thermal capture · A mouse tagged inside a wall cavity
Hidden Activity

Pest Invasion

Thermal Imaging can locate Pests that are in your home. Thermal imaging works by detecting temperature differences, allowing professionals to identify areas where pests may be nesting or moving. This advanced technology is an essential tool in residential home inspection basics, as it helps uncover hidden infestations that might otherwise go unnoticed. By addressing these issues early, homeowners can prevent further damage and maintain the integrity of their property.

What The Image Shows

Since they are usually behind your walls, you wouldn't normally be able to see this.

Thermal image of a room corner showing a dark purple band where the wall meets the floor against warm orange surfaces
Thermal capture · Cool band where wall meets floor
Insulation

Heat Loss Around the Walls/Flooring

You may also have heat loss around your walls/flooring.

What The Image Shows

If there are dark areas around your wall/flooring, that might be an indication of poor insulation in your home.

Sample Report

Take a Look at a Sample Report

Get an idea of the format and items that would be listed under a Thermal Imaging Inspection.

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Commentary & Recommendations
Grading Scale
Repair, Safety & Maintenance
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