NJ Infrared Inspection
A New Jersey (NJ) IR/ Infrared Thermographic Services is a non-contact diagnostic technology that makes visible the heat differences in the building envelope and components from heat transfer:
- Conduction – Heat transfer though or between solids.
- Convection – Heat via fluid.
- Radiation – Heat transfer via Electromagnetic wavelengths.
NJ IR/Infrared Thermographers, use the Infrared Inspection tools in conjunction with state of the art nondestructive moisture meter to locate hidden defects and potential problems that a typical home or building Inspection Company cannot show us. The Thermographer uses an infrared imaging camera to see thermal energy emitted from an object or surface.
Thermal, or infrared energy, is light that is not visible to the human eye. It is the electromagnetic spectrum that we perceive as heat. The recorded difference in heat signatures shows the New Jersey Thermographer problem areas such as: Moisture/Water intrusion – Underground line /pipe leaks – Insulation deficiencies – Flat- Insulated Roofing leaks- – Structural issues – Mechanical Issues – Building / Home Energy Loss- Foundation deficiencies – Plumbing obstructions – Electrical systems In Concrete Floor Radiant Heat Infrared Inspections.
Wet or moist building materials retains heat longer than the dry areas. It can also record thermal exception in homes electrical system such as: Defective breakers – Switches – Receptacles and wiring – Over loaded circuits. NJ Home & Building Infrared/ Thermographic Investigation or Inspections are fast becoming one of the quickest growing infrared technology applications. Infrared imagers used in NJ home & building inspections have been called the most significant advancement in New Jersey home inspection since the moisture meter. As well as due diligence real estate transactions.
More and more New Jersey home-owners are realizing the importance afforded them from an Infrared Inspection. Understand that infrared can show actual images of exactly where they need to spend money and resources; makes an Infrared Inspection very appealing to knowledgeable NJ home owners and buyers and more NJ home-owners and buyers are becoming knowledgeable about infrared/Thermography Benefits. An NJ Infrared Inspection is not a substitute for a general inspection.
Most defects in a home are not visible to the infrared camera. It still takes the trained eye of an experienced Thermographer and home inspector to identify the many problems in a home. The Infrared investigation or Inspection is an extra level of inspection that can provide additional information that would not be available in a general inspection. The cost of the Infrared Inspection, when included with the general inspection, is usually an added $400.00-$2000.00 plus, depending on the size of the structure and the application(s).