Infrared (thermal imaging) is an advanced non-destructive technology that allows an Infrared Certified Tech to show you things about your home that no one can show you with conventional inspection methods.
An infrared inspection can identify and document:
Electrical faults before they can cause a fire
Overloaded and undersized circuits
Circuit breakers in need of immediate replacement
Missing, damaged, and/or wet insulation
Heat loss and air infiltration in walls, ceilings, floors, windows and doors
water and moisture intrusion that could lead to mold
Possible pest infestation
Hidden roof leaks, before they cause serious damage
structural defects
Broken seals in double pane windows
Energy loss and efficiency
Dangerous flue leaks
Damaged and/or malfunctioning radiant heating systems
Unknown plumbing leaks
So why are Pacific Inspection Servicesinfrared inspections important in existing home and building inspections? Simply put, an Infrared camera in the hands of a properly trained inspector will harness the power of technology to provide you with a superior inspection. This technology offers you the power to see what no one else can see. We can instantly image entire rooms, inspect places that can't be physically reached , Locate areas of missing or compromised insulation, detect electrical faults, find hidden plumbing leaks, all of which may not be visible to the naked eye and missed by any other inspection company.