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Detecting Water Intrusion With Thermal Imaging Cameras

 

"Where in the heck is that water coming in from?"  That's a question many homeowners ask themselves every time a new rainstorm comes into town.  In this issue I am going to give you a little information on how to detect water intrusion without ripping everything apart to find the source.  Using Thermal Imaging Cameras can give you an advantage when conditions are appropriate for their use.  Enjoy the article below.

  

  Digital Photo - Wall (1),  Thermal Photo - Wall (1)
 Digital Photo - Wall (2), Thermal Photo - Wall (2)

Using Thermal Imaging Cameras to Diagnose Water Intrusion Issues

 

Dateline:  CSI San Francisco - "Where in the heck is that water coming in from?"

 

Once you see water invading your structure, the question most people ask themselves is "Where in the heck is that water coming in from?"  The next question is usually "How am I going to find it?"

 

There are two basic approaches to finding a leak source when the 'obvious' is not certain:

 

1.  Get out the sawzall and open the areas up.

 

2.  Use a thermal imaging camera to "zero in" on possible areas of hidden unseen moisture. 

 

So, what would you like to do?  Start ripping up your ceilings and walls to see for yourself what you can find or strategically use a CSI type of approach which can lead you in a direction that will minimize your initial tearout and lead you to a systemized approach in dealing with your water intrusion issues?  Think of it like going into surgery - would you like your surgeon to go in and start poking and prodding or perhaps do an x-ray first to get a sense of the situation?  X-ray, right?  Good choice.  "read on"

Closing Message 

  

I hope you find this newsletter informative and educational and I look forward to the next time.

If you have any suggestions or comments feel free to contact me at [email protected]
 

Structurally yours,


Tom Anderberg
 


In This Issue 4/11   

 

Using Thermal Imaging Cameras to Diagnose Water Intrusion Issues   

 

   
Flir Infrared Camera Photo
Flir Infrared Camera

      

Protimeter Moisture Meter Photo
Protimeter Moisture Meter

 

Web Links:

 

Building Inspector Testimonials "Video" using Flir Thermal Imaging Cameras

 

The Basics Of Thermal Imaging

 

General Thermography Frequently Asked Questions 

 

Wavelength Figure Display

 

Testimonials

Client Testimonials


Realtor Testimonials


Professional Testimonials


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