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Infrared thermography for roofs and walls

An infrared scan shows how heat and moisture move through a building. It finds wet roof insulation, hidden water in walls and missing insulation without opening anything up, so repairs and test cuts go where they're needed.

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  • ASTM C1153
  • ASTM C1060
  • ASTM E1186
  • ITC Level III Thermographer
  • FAA Part 107
Thermal camera showing a cold corner at the ceiling
Thermal camera showing a cold corner at the ceiling
When to call us

Where this helps most

  • A roof leaks, or you're planning a replacement

    Map wet insulation so you repair what's wet and keep what's dry.

  • You're buying or assessing a property

    See behind walls and roofs where you can't do destructive testing.

  • A leak investigation needs direction

    Narrow down where to test and where to cut.

  • Comfort or energy problems

    Find missing insulation and air leaks in the envelope.

How it works

From first call to final report

  1. Plan the scan

    We check the weather, timing and access. Roof scans need the right conditions after a sunny day.

  2. Scan

    Handheld and drone infrared, run by a Level III thermographer who is also an FAA Part 107 drone pilot.

  3. Verify

    Where we see anomalies, we take moisture meter readings at accessible spots to confirm what the images show.

  4. Report

    Marked-up images, locations and recommendations, within about three business days of the scan.

What you get

Clear findings you can act on

  • A report with thermal and matching visible images, located on a plan
  • Moisture readings confirming suspect areas where we can reach them
  • Recommendations for repair or further testing
  • Up to an hour with us to go over the results and next steps
Thermal scan finding a cold spot above cabinets
Thermal scan finding a cold spot above cabinets
Wet roof insulation showing warm at dusk
Wet roof insulation showing warm at dusk
Questions

Common questions

Drone or handheld?

Usually both. A drone covers a roof or tall facade quickly and safely, and handheld scans get close to details and interior areas.

Does the weather matter?

Yes. Roof scans need a dry roof and a day with enough sun to load the roof with heat, scanned after sunset. Wall scans need a temperature difference between inside and out. We schedule around it.

Is infrared enough on its own?

It's a strong screening tool, but an image is an indication, not proof. We confirm with moisture readings, and test cuts or water testing when the stakes call for it.

Do you teach infrared too?

Yes. We run certified infrared thermography training at Levels I, II and III.

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