CERTIFIED INFRARED THERMOGRAPHY | RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL ADD-ON
Thermal Imaging Inspections
Non-invasive infrared thermography across Seattle, Bellevue, and the Puget Sound region—pinpointing hidden moisture intrusion, electrical hot spots, and insulation voids invisible to the naked eye.
NON-INVASIVE BUILDING DIAGNOSTICS
See Behind Walls, Ceilings & Electrical Panels
High-resolution infrared (IR) cameras detect subtle surface temperature differences behind finished drywall, ceilings, roofs, and electrical equipment without cutting or invasive testing. Whenever our thermographers identify a thermal anomaly, we corroborate it on-site using digital moisture meters and electrical testing so you get clear, verified answers.
RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL APPLICATIONS
Take a Look Beyond the Naked Eye
HOME INSPECTION ADD-ON
Full-Home Infrared Scanning
Added to your residential inspection, a full-home infrared scan helps uncover active plumbing or roof leaks behind finished drywall, missing or slumped wall and attic insulation, radiant floor heating performance issues, and overheating circuit breakers before you close.
COMMERCIAL & MULTIFAMILY DIAGNOSTICS
Commercial Roofs, Envelopes & Panels
On commercial and multifamily buildings, infrared thermography—paired with drone capabilities for tall facades and expansive roofs—identifies trapped moisture beneath flat roof membranes, exterior cladding leaks, and dangerous hot spots in three-phase electrical panels.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Thermal Imaging Inspection FAQs
What does thermal imaging detect in a home?
Infrared scanning detects hidden moisture intrusion from roof or plumbing leaks, missing or wet insulation in walls and attics, air-sealing drafts around windows and doors, radiant heating performance, and overheating electrical components.
When and why do you use drones?
Drone technology provides safe, high-resolution aerial access for tall commercial facades, expansive commercial roofs, and residential roofs that are too steep, high, or fragile to walk safely without risking damage to roofing materials.
How does infrared work and verify findings?
Infrared cameras measure surface temperature variations and translate them into a visual heat map. Because temperature differences alone do not confirm moisture, our inspectors verify every anomaly using digital moisture meters and visual checks.
Is thermal imaging included in a standard inspection?
Full-home or commercial thermal imaging is an optional paid add-on service (or standalone commercial survey). Every inspector on our WA-licensed, InterNACHI-certified team is trained and equipped to perform thermal imaging during your appointment.
How does infrared help commercial buildings?
On commercial buildings, infrared scanning pinpoints trapped water beneath flat roof membranes, overheating circuits in three-phase electrical panels, and building-envelope heat loss—helping owners and buyers plan repairs accurately.
How do I add thermal imaging to my inspection?
You can select Thermal Imaging as an add-on when scheduling your residential home inspection online, or request it as part of your custom commercial Property Condition Assessment quote.
Ready to Add Thermal Imaging to Your Inspection?
Select full-home infrared scanning when booking online, or request a commercial quote today.
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