At Gateway Home Inspection Services, our home inspections are extensive and detailed, but our reports are easy to read and comprehensive.
Technology has crept into every sector of life, including home inspections. One of the technologies that have impacted the home inspection industry is the infrared camera. This device helps home inspectors conduct comprehensive and meticulous home inspections, leaving no stone unturned.
The Role of Thermal Imaging in Home Inspections
Thermal imaging cameras make the invisible visible; you can think of it as the home inspector’s other set of eyes. These cameras help home inspectors identify issues that the naked eye or any other camera wouldn’t. Here are a couple of problems that thermal imaging helps reveal.
- Structural Defects – It can be hard to tell whether a house has any structural defects unless the defects are apparent. Thermal imaging can help reveal any internal structural damages and missing structural components by highlighting inconsistencies in temperature and thermal conductivity in walls and floors. The scan also unveils areas of the house with missing insulation.
- Roof Leaks – Water has a high thermal capacity, meaning it gives off heat at a much slower rate than its surroundings. When scanned with an infrared camera during a roof inspection, roof leaks appear as purple blotches, while the rest of the roof takes on a deep orange color. Leaks on the roof not only lead to water puddles on the floor when it rains but are also a serious health concern because they lead to the growth and proliferation of mold. They can also damage the roof structure.
- Electrical and Wiring Faults – 6.3% of all residential fires in the country result from wiring and electrical faults. It can be hard to accurately tell if a house has a faulty electrical system or not, but thermal imaging makes it easy to identify and fix underlying electrical faults. Any damage to the home’s electrical system appears as a bright yellow patch. Once a home inspector identifies an electrical or wiring fault, they will offer suggestions on dealing with them. Addressing electrical issues in a home goes a long way in increasing its value and safety.
- Plumbing Issues – Most plumbing issues are hard to spot, but thermal imaging can help identify any plumbing system leaks. The thermal imaging camera can reveal any leaks behind walls, showers, and even underground. Catching these plumbing issues early on will prevent further damage and also help you save a bundle in utility costs.
Detailed Home Inspection Services
A home inspection is an objective visual examination of a house’s systems and physical structure, from the roof down to the foundation. A single-family home inspection typically takes 2-4 hours to complete. However, this is heavily contingent on the size and condition of the home. After the inspector inspects the home, the client will receive an inspection report, usually within 24-48 hours.
At Gateway Home Inspection Services, our home inspections are extensive and detailed, but our reports are easy to read and comprehensive. We inspect everything from your roof, siding, windows, decks, patios, garages, crawlspaces, living spaces, attics, electrical system, and much more.
