First-time home buyers can benefit from any assistance available during the purchasing process. You might not be aware that such technology exists. Thermal Imaging detects slight but significant temperature changes in various sections of a home, detecting problems that the human eye would never notice and that a visual inspection might only speculate about. As we scan the house with an infrared-sensitive camera, it will appear hot, chilly, or somewhere in between.
During Inspections, Infrared Imaging Exposes
Moisture is a major concern that these examinations identify, including hidden mold sources, roof leaks, and posts that indicate termite nests. Electrical issues, heat and energy loss, foundation fissures, structural concerns, missing insulation, ventilation issues, and rat infestations are all disclosed.
Let’s go over a few of the most common camera issues we encounter, which might save you a lot of money.
Leaks In the Roof
Why Are Infrared Thermal Imaging Inspections Beneficial for First-Time Homebuyers? Water loses heat at a slower pace than the surrounding roofing materials due to its large thermal capacity, therefore we can see if any places have accumulated wet with just one photograph.
When the temperature outdoors begins to drop in the evening, this is the optimum time to do it. The roofing materials will have released their heat and appear blue or purple in the photograph, whilst the moistened materials will remain warm and appear red or orange.
The image on the upper right depicts a bad leak in the winter, with the cold infiltrating the warm house and turning it blue.
Faults In The Electricity
Finding the source of electrical problems quickly and accurately will add significant value to a home while also minimizing injury and property damage. Wherever there is damage to electrical systems, yellow marks will appear on the image, making it easier to notice and add to the list of repairs to be done.
Defects In The Structure
When we use the camera to scan the walls, floors, and ceilings, we discover temperature and conductivity discrepancies that reveal hidden structural components and damaged portions of these components. Many properties will have wet basement walls, which could be a potential source of mold, in addition to the lacking insulation.
The information offered by thermal imaging inspections is incredibly valuable to a property’s owner or potential buyer, but it’s also important to note that infrared home inspections have limitations. The data must be interpreted by a professional who is familiar with potential sources of measurement error, such as dry areas, reflected heat, and the surface reading limit.
With an infrared thermal image home inspection, you can be sure your dream house doesn’t have any hidden problems. When a home is inspected, the seller does not want any unforeseen problems (especially those that are easily fixed) to arise, frightening away a possible buyer. A thermal inspection would be beneficial to even current homeowners who have no plans to sell.
Infrared technology is a useful supplement to a visual examination, but it does not replace the necessity of an inspector who is familiar with all of the systems that make up a house. As usual, make wise decisions!
Home Inspection Ottawa has got many opportunities to inspect thousands of properties throughout the region. So, if you also want to get your house inspected whether you want to sell it or not, you can make an appointment with us and get it done. Book an appointment with us today and get the detailed information.
