Hidden water damage - Reliable Home Inspections

Hidden water damage
Hidden water damage is no longer hidden!

What was once a mystery or a destructive test to find moisture problems in homes and buildings is now solved and prevented by using an Infrared Camera. Infrared imaging allows us to see beyond the surface of a ceiling, wall or floor to find the source and impacted areas of water intrusion and leaks.

In addition, Infrared Imaging can detect locations of Energy Loss in homes and buildings

Water is a powerful force. Any doubt of this fact can be erased by a simple visit to the Grand Canyon. And while your home is in no danger of becoming one of the Seven Wonders of the World, water can wreak havoc on a much smaller scale.

Water damage can come from several sources: floods, burst pipes, leaky roofs, seepage, etc. All can be detected by using Infrared Imaging. Many types are obvious, as is the damage caused by them. But even if you can’t see the damage right away, a slow flow of water can often be worse than obvious leaks. Left untreated, it can cause:

Pipe corrosion
Foundation damage
Foul odors
Mold

Repairing hidden water damage can be an even greater challenge. Depending upon the source of the damage, it may or may not be covered by homeowner’s insurance. In the case of mold, getting rid of the problem may be a monumental undertaking.

How can you protect yourself from this menace? A professional inspection using Infrared Imaging can help. In addition, Using other advanced moisture detection devices, coupled with years of experience, we can often detect water damage long before it becomes a problem.