Infrared Building Inspections in Bellevue
Reveal What You Don’t Know
 A
building inspection in Bellevue entails many things,
including knowledge,. For the most advanced and
complete building inspections, request that infrared
thermography be included.
This
sophisticated technology is used to locate and
pinpoint sources of leaks and water intrusion in
buildings without any need for destructive source
finding.
PNWBI
in Bellevue considers an infrared camera to be one
of the most important tools in home inspector's tool
bag. Infrared thermography is a scientific process
that essentially measures thermal or infrared
energy, infrared thermography can detect insulation,
air leakage, water, electrical, and cooling
problems.
Without any disruptive – or destructive –
exploration, PNWBI in Bellevue can discover water
leaks around windows, and water pipes. The wall
insulation and the heating and cooling efficiency of
windows and doors can also be assessed by using an
infrared camera.
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PNWBI has uncovered leaks around in typically
non-suspect areas, such as a living room where
no visible damage was apparent. With infrared
thermography, substantial water damage was
discovered. Upon further investigation, a
sprinkler head was found to have been directing
water behind the house’s siding. Several
thousand dollars later, the sprinkler head was
redirected and the sheathing and framing was
repaired. A traditional building inspection
would not have been able to identity this issue.
Here
are some common areas where infrared thermography is
most helpful:
Water Transgression
Probing interior surfaces of a building with
an infrared camera can reveal excess
moisture due to plumbing leaks, roof leaks,
and leaks around windows, to name a few. Wet
areas of building materials cool when energy
is transferred during the water evaporation
process; therefore, a wet (“cooler”) area
will stand out from the surrounding dry
(“warmer”) surface.
Insulation Weaknesses
Appreciable temperature differences, due to
variations in thermal energy (heat)
transfer, allow for detection of deficient
or missing insulation when scanning ceiling
and wall surfaces.
Roofing Leaks
Probing roof coverings can reveal water
intrusion and accumulated moisture below the
surface. Due to its thermal properties (high
thermal capacity), water typically gives up
heat at a much slower rate than the
surrounding roof materials. The areas of
accumulated moisture can therefore be
detected when scanning the roof surface.
This type of roof inspection in Bellevue is
best done in the evening or early nighttime
after thermal energy imparted during the
daytime is transferred or released.
Infrared Thermography in Bellevue is beneficial in the following
areas:
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Detect problems quickly, without interrupting
service • Minimize preventive maintenance and
troubleshooting time
• Moisture contamination
• Concrete water heated floor inspections for
leaks and temperature distribution
• Locate and identify mold growth areas in
building structures
• Identify air leakage energy losses
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Moisture in Ceiling |
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Missing Insulation in Ceiling |
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Overheated Breaker Panel |
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Infrared View of a Switch Panel |
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Unshielded Electrical Outlets |
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Testimonial
"As a real estate professional, I have several choices when
it comes to a
home inspector
in Bellvue, and am constantly getting
flyers and brochures of other inspectors trying to get my
business. I truly believe in working by referral and working
with the best! When it comes to inspections in Seattle (or
the greater Seattle area, as John has traveled to Puyallup
and beyond for me!), I strongly recommend John Langmeyer of
Pacific Northwest Building Inspections in Bellevue.
Several of my clients – and myself – have saved hundreds,
maybe even thousands of dollars, by calling John and asking
him questions.
John is GREAT!"
~ Ron, Bellevue
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