Power usage is a large part of the monthly bill for most of us, and it is important to find anything that could cost you a fortune over time. Thermal imaging can definitely be used to make sure that power isn’t wasted needlessly in your home. Starting with your...

You hardly ever hear the word “leak” used in a positive way, and that is definitely true when it comes to your windows. Whether it is summer or winter, leaky windows will cost you in energy, since heat will either leave or enter your home through those leaks. Finding...

Do you know what Low-E windows are? The E in the name stands for Emissions, so that should give you a clue. A large amount of energy loss in a home is because of its windows. Low-E windows are specifically made to block infrared and ultraviolet, so if you find that...

A large percentage of the population would probably tell you that working from home would be their dream job. In the current crisis that the coronavirus brought on, many have had that dream come true. But whether or not your dream job turns into a nightmare is up to...

How can you tell if someone is infected with the COVID-19 virus? This virus is especially difficult to spot since you can be a carrier without showing too many symptoms. One of the common symptoms is a fever, and thermal imaging actually helps in finding those that...

Do you have a stove for heating in your home? Some have them as an addition to their existing heating to create a “cozy” room where you can enjoy the heat from a wood fire stove or something similar. While this is a very nice concept, there are some safety concerns...

How do you find a leaking pipe that is inside of concrete? A moisture meter won’t work, since there is no way for you to penetrate the concrete with the needle to test it. A cheap thermal imaging tool won’t be able to detect it either, instead you need to use a...

When it comes to choosing thermal tools, there are many different factors to keep in mind, but one that might not be the first considered is temperature range. For most home inspections you don’t need a very wide range of temperatures to spot issues, but there are...

As is the case with all types of technology, thermal imaging cameras and methods are constantly improving. While there is a steady increase in the resolution and clarity of the pictures obtained, sometimes it will take leaps and bounds all of a sudden. While it is...

While we have seen that there are many different things that can be accomplished with thermal imaging, it is also important to understand that thermal imaging has limitations. It is not going to magically tell the future, and interpretation of the data you receive...