Thermal Imaging

What is Thermal Imaging?

Thermal Imaging is the use of an infrared imaging and measurement camera to “see” and “measure” thermal energy emitted from a building. A highly trained Thermographer is needed to take and interpret the images.

What this means to you following a water intrusion event (such as a window leak), the wet surfaces are actually colder than the surrounding area. Hence, using this technology Sherlock can “see” and “image” them for you.

Thermal imaging has many uses within a building beyond simply detecting moisture. For example, thermal imaging may be used for assessing Roof integrity as shown in the Image below:

Thermal image of roof. Left photo shows digital photo of a leaking photo. Right image is thermal image with dark areas showing location of leaking section.(photos courtesy of Flir Corporation)

Thermal images below show moisture intrusion behind the siding (photos courtesy of Flir Corporation)

We can work to pin point the specific area needing attention, while not disturbing those that are dry.

In the end this translates to lower cost, faster repair for you as the property owner.

Sherlock Commercial Group has trained Thermographers available to assist you, often on a same day basis. Please give us a call at 800 590 6653.