Just thought that I would post this for all to read. I found it very interesting and believe it is a classic case of where the Home Inspection and Commercial Building inspection industry is headed. As we move forward with technology the consumer will become more and more aware of things like this and will require/request that this be made available to them as protection just as Termite inspections have become the norm as well as home inspections and also Radon testing. I believe this is the beginning of the future. Please read below. It is not my information but I felt I had to share it.
The U.S. Department Of Energy Now Recommends That A Thermographic Scan Be Done Before Purchasing A House, Even On New Homes
Thermography uses specially designed infrared video or still cameras to make images (called thermograms) that show surface heat variations. This technology has a number of applications. Thermograms of electricalsystems can detect abnormally hot electrical connections or components. Thermograms of mechanical systems can detect the heat created by excessive friction. Energy auditors use thermography as a tool to help detect heat losses and air leakage in building envelopes.
Infrared scanning allows energy auditors to check the effectiveness of insulationin a building's construction. The resulting thermograms help auditors determine whether a building needs insulation and where in the building it should go. Because wet insulationconducts heat faster than dry insulation, thermographic scans of roofs can often detect roof leaks.
In addition to using thermography during an energy audit, you should have a scan done before purchasing a house; even new houses can have defects in their thermal envelopes. You may wish to include a clause in the contract requiring a thermographic scan of the house. A thermographic scan performed by a certified technician is usually accurate enough to use as documentation in court proceedings.
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