Good post Mark, many homeowners know absolutely nothing about IR. They should before they hire one.
Thanks for the reply Jack. I see you are in one of my old stomping grounds. I lived in Covington Ohio for about 7 years. Just north of Troy. Hope you are n't too cold up there right now. I still keep track and have some friends I visit at times.
Thanks Jannette. If you would like to learn a bit more I have a video on my website that explains a lot of mis-conceptions like the guy that says I am Superman and can see through walls. It is on the front page at www.amisc.net if you would like to see it.
This is a great way to let consumers understand what you do at an inspection. Im sure i would hate to see how much color difference is in most homes.
I have found that it enhances my inspection process and also helps me explain to my clients things that I find. It is a unique tool in that respect. Used properly it can help with any fears a potential buyer has. As far as most homes they are each one a new environment in itself. But I also use the camera for home energy and efficiency audits to help people lower their energy costs as well by showing them where they have issues and explaining to them how they can address them. I do these energy audits all over the State from just above Charleston all the way to the N.C. border as I am one of maybe 3 people in the area that has a camera. This is the future of the inspection industry and I am trying to be at the fore front of this technology.
I'm glad that thermal imaging hasn't made any significant inroads out here. I think it shows too much, especially in a desert environment. I could see using it for forensic investigations but not for a standard home inspection. Not to mention that my various business advisors (attorneys, insurance, etc.) have advised me not to go there just yet since it's too new and there's no track record as to how things might play out if something is missed or misinterpreted.
Best wishes for health, happiness, peace, and prosperity in 2009.
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