Thermal Imaging: The #1 Best Way To Detect Moisture Damage

2/2/2022 (Permalink)

Contact the professionals at SERVPRO when your property has moisture issues.

Professionals that use thermal imaging equipment can detect moisture damage in your property before it becomes a bigger problem.

Moisture can be a hidden threat to any home or structure, and there's no way of knowing the extent of the damage until it's too late, so it pays to invest in a thermal imaging inspection if you believe there are moisture problems in your building. The professionals at SERVPRO use thermal imaging equipment to detect moisture by scanning the surface temperature of structures to detect any anomalies. Risks can come up in many forms, including sub-floor insulation failure, mold growth, and wet drywall.

In the following blog post, we will learn about the importance of thermal imaging equipment and how it helps detect moisture issues before they become a problem that requires extensive repairs.

What is thermal imaging?

Thermal imaging is the process of capturing an image of a target using infrared energy. The image is produced by detecting the amount of heat radiated by the target. Thermal imaging is often used in law enforcement and military operations but can also be used for restoration purposes, such as detecting moisture damage in a home or structure.

How does thermal imaging detect moisture damage?

Infrared energy can pass through relatively cool objects and make it to the warmer areas without being absorbed or reflected. As a result, the amount of heat detected will be greater in those warmer areas than in cooler ones.

Restoration professionals can detect moisture damage by looking for anomalies in the heat signature. For example, if there's a large amount of moisture in the wall behind a stud or drywall, there will be a greater temperature difference from one side to the other. Thermal imaging equipment can pick up on these irregularities and highlight them in blue for you to see.

Professionals who use thermal imaging equipment can know where potential risks lurk, such as in sub-floor insulation or wall cavities. By catching moisture problems early on, you can avoid costly repairs down the road.

The best brands of thermal imaging equipment

When it comes to thermal imaging equipment, two brands stand out from the rest:

1. FLIR
2. Seek

FLIR is one of the most well-known brands in the industry and offers a wide range of products for professionals and consumers. Their thermal imaging cameras are some of the best on the market, known for their high quality and accuracy.

Seek is another popular brand that offers a wide range of thermal imaging products, including handheld devices, mobile device attachments, and software. They are known for their quality, durability, and their affordability.

The benefits of contacting the professionals at SERVPRO for moisture detection

When it comes to detecting moisture damage, it's always best to leave it to the professionals. By contacting the team at SERVPRO of Downtown Atlanta, you can rest assured that they will locate all moisture issues in your property using thermal imaging and other moisture detecting equipment. Their team of experts has years of experience in detecting and repairing moisture damage, so you can be sure that they will get the job done following a standardized process.

SERVPRO offers a wide range of services, including thermal imaging, and they are always up for a challenge. They know how important it is to detect moisture damage as soon as possible, so they will work quickly and efficiently to get the job done right.

If you're looking for a reliable and experienced team to help you with your moisture detection needs, then SERVPRO of Downtown Atlanta is the team to call. We are an IICRC certified firm known for their dedication to delivering top-notch service and always putting our customers first, so you can be sure that you're in great hands when working with us.

Please don't wait until it's too late; contact us today!