THER 3 - IR: Recognizing Thermal Patterns Related to Insulation, Air Leakage, & Moisture

Wednesday, October 08, 2008  ·  3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Infrared cameras are used to inspect and locate defects in residential buildings. Learn how to recognize and document thermal patterns associated with traditional building problems such as insulation and air leakage, as well as moisture. Find out how to detect and evaluate moisture in buildings and how IR helps in documentation and remediation.

By attending this session, participants will

1. Understand the basics of infrared diagnostics in residential structures
2. Find out how not to be fooled by what you think you see
3. Recognize the value of using infrared thermography for building inspections, and discover the benefits of using the latest infrared technologies, especially lower-cost cameras

Type: 90-Minute Breakout
Track: Thermally Speaking
CEU: American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI)   Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI)   Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET)   National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI)   National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI)  

Course Presenter(s):

• Bret Monroe