I am a licensed Maryland home inspector and a Level 1 thermographer. A thermographer is a qualified person who uses an infrared imager. My Level 1 certification was awarded following a one week training course at Infraspection Institute located in New Jersey. All of my home inspections now include infrared thermal imaging. Since April 2009, some very interesting problems have been discovered with the use of our FLIR imager. Some of the discoveries include water leakage from a flat roof deck, several leaking 2nd floor bathrooms, missing ceiling insulation and a heat duct that was never terminated. The clients are always very impressed, as are most agents.
Home inspections with infrared will continue to grow as the imager prices continue to fall. Proper training is very important, the inspector/thermographer should complete at minimum Level 1 training. I cannot imagine a home inspection without this incredible tool, make sure your inspector can provide this very important service.
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