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Infrared Building Diagnostics
Reducing operating costs, such as building maintenance expenses and heating and cooling bills, is a primary concern for managers of commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings. The only method proven successful for identifying energy losses is infrared thermal imaging. Infrared thermal imaging, or Thermography, can provide a visual representation of the surface temperatures of any part of a building, including windows, walls, roofs, doors, and any construction joint. Differences in temperatures (Delta-T) can often reveal conditions that may contribute to wasted energy and significantly reduce operating costs. Moisture Intrusion Moisture is the number one cause of damage expense to a building. Thermal imaging can provide visual evidence and represent the area of moisture without removing the materials. Infrared thermal imaging is instrumental in finding the cause of the moisture in roofs, siding, plumbing systems, foundations, and mechanical equipment malfunctions. |
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Electrical System Inspections
Excess heat means trouble for electrical systems. High temperatures can indicate several major problems with electrical equipment, including excessive electrical resistance, failing components, ground faults, or short circuits. Finding these problems and failures may prevent costly repairs or even catastrophic failures. Visual and manual inspections are not sufficient for detecting these problems, but infrared technology is an accurate and cost-effective way to quickly locate the underlying problems. What can be detected:
Electrical Systems & Distribution What can be detected:
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Infrared Roofing Inspections
Most commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings in the United States constructed today are flat roof structures. Millions of square feet of roofs are installed every year, and studies have revealed that an estimated 40% of these structures will develop problems within the first year of installation. When correctly installed and maintained, a roof can last as long as twenty years; however, the average life span of these roofs is often closer to only seven years due to installation and maintenance problem. Replacing a roof can cost $8-10 per square foot, including disposal costs. Premature failure of roofs costs billions of dollars every year. Preventative maintenance can save bundles of money, by prolonging the life of a roof. The best method available today for testing a buildings structural integrity and revealing problems is infrared testing, or Thermography. A flat roof is constructed with a deck, insulation, and a membrane. The membrane is typically constructed of layers of roofing felt bonded together, or a rubber or plastic sheet anchored by a stone ballast. The membrane is in place to keep water and moisture away from the roof deck and insulation. Commercial & Residential Infrared Flat Roof Inspections Benefits:
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Structural Energy Loss - Infrared Energy Audit
The infrared / thermal audit is a scan of the homes interior and exterior structure, including walls, ceilings, floors, windows, and doors. When the conditions are right the infrared camera will show different thermal patterns based on the radiation emitted from the object we are scanning. I'm specifically trained to recognize anomalies in those images and can quickly tell you if it is related to insulation or air infiltration defects. We are finding significant energy loss issues due to poor installation. The Infrared / Thermal Audit can save you many times the cost of the service. In the course of the audit we may find other issues related to moisture, heat, equipment failure, and more. At that time we will provide you with and option for a whole house infrared inspection a a significant discount. Benefits:
Performed by a Certified Building Analyst Professional |
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Moisture and Mold
We solve moisture issues related to:
Moisture Diagnostics Eight of the top twelve issues found during a home inspection involve moisture related problems. Excessive moisture comes from many sources and must be eliminated or managed to prevent damages to the buildings components and health issues to occupants. We use Infrared Thermogrpahy to survey areas of concern and follow up with highly specialized moisture meters to determine the extent of moisture penetration, concentration and possible damage. |
Level 1 Certified Thermographer
Infraspection Institute is the oldest independent infrared training and certification firm in the world. Founded in 1980, Infraspection Institute has trained and certified nearly 10,000 thermographers worldwide. We offer our clients with the best level of training and experience in the area. Phil Henderson has performed over 900 infrared / thermal imaging inspections. The Infrared Certified Program was developed by InterNACHI (Internation Association of Certified Home Inspectors) specifically for the training of home and building diagnostics. When we took the course it was the only one dedicated to COMPLETE training for conditions found in the course of a home inspection and commercial application. Home and Building Inspectors have a specific understanding of the many conditions that can exist within a structure and are better equipped to use the infrared technology as an extension of their profession. It's much easier for a home/building inspector to learn thermal imaging than it is for a thermal imaging student to learn home and building inspections.
Building Diagnostics and Forensic Investigations involves extensive training , equipment and experience. Just buying an infrared camera and getting a few days of training does not qualify someone to do this type of work. A thorough understanding of building science, construction, materials, codes, environmental conditions, failure rates, insulating materials, moisture intrusion, vapor diffusion, and general building science is required to accurately diagnose difficult building conditions. The professionals at Tennessee Building Inspections have extensive training in all these areas and a track record of over twenty years experience using these skills.
Infraspection Institute is the oldest independent infrared training and certification firm in the world. Founded in 1980, Infraspection Institute has trained and certified nearly 10,000 thermographers worldwide. We offer our clients with the best level of training and experience in the area. Phil Henderson has performed over 900 infrared / thermal imaging inspections. The Infrared Certified Program was developed by InterNACHI (Internation Association of Certified Home Inspectors) specifically for the training of home and building diagnostics. When we took the course it was the only one dedicated to COMPLETE training for conditions found in the course of a home inspection and commercial application. Home and Building Inspectors have a specific understanding of the many conditions that can exist within a structure and are better equipped to use the infrared technology as an extension of their profession. It's much easier for a home/building inspector to learn thermal imaging than it is for a thermal imaging student to learn home and building inspections.
Building Diagnostics and Forensic Investigations involves extensive training , equipment and experience. Just buying an infrared camera and getting a few days of training does not qualify someone to do this type of work. A thorough understanding of building science, construction, materials, codes, environmental conditions, failure rates, insulating materials, moisture intrusion, vapor diffusion, and general building science is required to accurately diagnose difficult building conditions. The professionals at Tennessee Building Inspections have extensive training in all these areas and a track record of over twenty years experience using these skills.
Skill OneCertified Infrared Thermographer
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Skill TwoCertified Master Inspector
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Skill ThreeBuilding Analyst Training
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