Homeowners and building managers are always looking for ways to help reduce expenses. Oftentimes reductions can be made in the heating or cooling bills and building maintenance costs. Having an infrared inspection done on a home, apartment complex or business is a very efficient way to quickly lower expenditures. Various types of assessments exist, but the most commonly sought after include electrical surveys, roof examinations, energy audits and radiant heat checks. Having these types of services performed can effectively lower your expenditures in both the short-term and the long-term by catching costly repairs before they reach an apex while also identifying areas that can be improved upon before they become in need of repair.
Heating, cooling and other utility bills are at a high right now. These costs are leaving everyday folks short of cash every month. A homeowner can have an infrared inspection done to check for areas where a house may be leaking water. In houses that have a flat roof system, water tends to pool in certain areas. These areas do not have a chance to dry out. The areas then become prone to softness and leaking. As water begins to come in it will saturate the insulation, which reduces the thermal resistance, thereby allowing hot air to escape into a cold environment and vice versa.
A building manager can successfully lessen maintenance overhead by having radiant heat systems checked. This does not need to be an invasive procedure. Thermal imaging allows hot water systems to be checked without destroying property. Even if the radiant heat is located under concrete or behind plaster, thermal imaging can be used to detect leaks without opening floors or walls. When a problem is identified, repairs can be made at the point of trouble without damaging surrounding materials.
Business owners need to be sure that the electrical wiring within their building is up to par. Old wiring causes numerous problems such as fires, power failures and even explosions. Wiring is not the only culprit when it comes to electricity damages though. There is other equipment that can malfunction and cause harm as well. Having an infrared inspection done of the electrical works within the building eliminates any guesswork involved. Doing this offers reassurance that not only is everything up to code, but it is also in proper working order. This helps to eliminate anxiety regarding injury, loss of production and downtime.
When scheduling an appointment for an infrared inspection, be sure to ask if the company has I.T.C. Nationally Certified Thermographers on staff. You want to be sure that the person doing your assessment is thoroughly trained within the field. Hiring a company just because they are the least expensive could leave you with unidentified leaks or hazardous wiring connections. It is always a good idea to ask questions and be sure that you are satisfied with the answers from a representative before agreeing to have the examination completed. Most companies will set up a free consultation at which time they can give you an estimate of costs.
