Thermal Home Energy Audits
in Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton & beyond!

A thermal imaging inspection is a high-tech approach to imaging that goes well beyond a routine visual inspection. With building inspections, a thermal imaging inspection can identify and highlight performance deficiencies with great accuracy. Using an infrared camera, a qualified technician can detect the smallest inconsistencies in surface temperatures, thus identifying problem areas.

Inch by Inch Inspections provides professional, certified home energy audits for your new home or property. An home energy audit helps homeowners and commercial property owners maximize energy efficiency and decrease utility costs.

The Comprehensive Home Energy Audit Includes:

• Evaluation of Health and Safety of Combustion Heating Appliances
• Worst Case spillage and draft test for naturally vented combustion appliances
• Measurement of Ambient CO
• Evaluation of Efficiency of Combustion Appliances
• Evaluation of CO levels of Dryer and Gas Stove
• Air Leakage Testing with Infrared Thermal Imaging
• Lighting Evaluation
• Evaluation of Thermal Envelope (Insulation)

Once a thermal imaging inspection has been performed, various images are documented so that performance irregularities can be assessed and evaluated. This is of great value to a property owner when a building is being inspected for sale, or when being prepared for renovation. In fact, thermal imaging inspection can be of benefit for both residential and commercial properties.

In general, building materials emit infrared energy depending on composition. Some materials emit infrared energy very well, while others emit none. Here, an infrared camera can detect all types of performance anomalies in a building structure (most of them not visible to the naked eye). A professional thermal imaging inspection will unveil a host of issues (both good and bad).  

Like any technology, thermal imaging requires skill and experience. A proficient technician will understand the principles of infrared energy and heat transfer, and will be able to professionally analyze infrared images. As such, building problems related to heat distribution, air movement, and moisture intrusion can be effectively diagnosed, and practical remedies can be offered.

Within the framework of a home enegery audit, thermal imaging can detect and identify numerous deficiencies in a building envelope. The important thing, however, is accurate interpretation. And this is where a trained and qualified professional is essential – both for diagnosis and assessment.

Whether it’s a residential or commercial building, thermal imaging will uncover countless issues.  

• moisture pockets located behind walls
• sources and scope of building air leakage   
• missing or damaged areas of insulation  
• general mechanical/electrical problems
• concerns with sealed windows and doors
• issues with heating and air conditioning

Thermal imaging in Toronto can be very valuable when selling a property, buying a property, or getting ready to renovate. The long term benefits will make the short term investment well worthwhile.

A professional approach to inspection with Inch-by-Inch Inspections

Inch-by-Inch Inspections provides comprehensive building inspections that incorporate thermal imaging for home energy audits. This allows for a special focus on “hidden” problems - like thermal bridging; extensive air leakage; asbestos and mold; even radon off gassing. With a professional inspection approach, property owners are assured of accurate assessment, reliable reporting, and viable remedies.

At Inch-by-Inch, our technicians are InterNACHI-Certified an ITC Certified. They follow strict industry guidelines and subscribe to a code of conduct. On every project, Inch-by-Inch guarantees confidentiality, along with an inspection report that’s easy to understand. Post inspection, a proposed action plan ensures that repairs and/or retrofits specifically address the discovered problems and issues.

Inch-by-Inch offers customers flat rate pricing, without any hidden charges. In addition, follow-up by email or phone is available at no extra charge. Property owners interested in a building inspection or thermal imaging inspection, can contact Inch-by-Inch directly at 416-826-7172. To find out more about company services, visit the website at www.inchbyinchinspections.com .