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Another happy customer here. 1 month after moving in and the only defects in our home are the ones that BJ outlined in his report. Very thorough and detailed. Was able to fix the leaky water pipes before moving in, instead of having to discover the water leaks the hard way.
- Dwayne Ransleben
Our Thermal Imaging Technology is a great tool that can be used to identify moisture in walls, floors, and ceilings. By looking at the temperature differentials in a thermal image, the ability to find a moisture issue is greatly increased during a limited visual home inspection. Thermal image scanning can also help to quantify areas of moisture damage caused by moisture intrusions in Stucco and EIFS wall systems.
Whenever you have the presence of moisture for 72 hours or more, the risk for the presence of mold skyrockets. With the help of an infrared camera and moisture meters, we can quickly identify the presence or absence of moisture, thus helping to identify areas where mold may be present.
A slow water leak can cause major damage if not detected in a timely manner. With a thermal scan in and around plumbing fixtures in the home, the source of water leaks can oftentimes be determined, which can really aide a professional plumber in the event repairs are needed. Once thermal anomalies are detected, we can then attempt to confirm the presence of moisture with a moisture meter. A thermal scan can significantly increase the odds of finding a plumbing issue that may not be detected by the naked eye.
In some instances wood destroying insect activity can be detected using this technology due to the heat is given off by active infestations of insects i.e. termites. By discovering the presence of invasive wood destroying insects the appropriate professional can be contacted to do a more thorough investigation and treatment as necessary.
Currently we do not perform energy audits, but thermal imaging has been a great tool to help us determine areas that are missing insulation along with areas that may not be as air-tight as they should be like around duct work. By finding areas such as these we can help our clients save money by mitigating heating and cooling losses and increasing the overall energy efficiency of the structure.
Do you have a mid to new aged flat roof that has a leak and someone told you that you need a new roof? If so, call us first because we may be able to help pinpoint the leak with our thermal camera and mark off the area for repair, which could save you a considerable amount of money. Obviously, if the roof is older it is probably best to bypass the thermal imaging and invest in a new roof.
Whenever electrical current travels through a circuit there is some heat that is generated, but sometimes there is an abnormal amount of heat that can be generated if there is too much resistance or current flow. With the use of thermal imaging, we can increase our chances of finding electrical components that may be overheating such as breakers in electrical panels, outlets, switches, lights, etc. Overheating or hot spots can be an indication that a component may be going out or that there is a potential fire hazard. Thermal imaging helps us to discover hazards like these and can help us see things that we could not see with the naked eye, thus helping to mitigate risk.
Thermal imaging is a great tool that detects thermal differences, not moisture. When a thermal anomaly is detected, we can then confirm the presence or absence of moisture with a moisture meter.
Thermal imaging does NOT give us the ability to see behind objects or into wall cavities.
Thermal imaging is not the end-all, be-all answer and should not be considered “THE” answer that will solve all the problems. It is, however, a great tool that helps us to identify thermal anomalies that can then be used to help identify issues.
Just because we may be able to find an issue through a thermal scan, does not eliminate all risks associated with owning a piece of real estate. There is always a risk that there is something hidden and not visible that was not found in a limited visual home inspection.
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We have used him 3 times in the last 7 months while trying to find a home to buy. His inspections are thorough and detailed. Takes the time to explain his findings and what remedies are available. Really appreciate his attention to detail. Highly recommend him for your next home inspection.
- Josh Hiser
Lange Home Inspection does a very thorough and professional job. Their reports are well organized and the quick job turn around reduces any stress when meeting Contract Timeline. The You Tube Report is icing on the cake!! Highly recommend Lange.
- Eric Pipkin
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B.J. is always so amazing! I have been using Lange for several years now and I always refer my clients to him. He has done inspections for me in Seguin, Canyon Lake, New Braunfels, Schertz, and San Antonio! Everybody that I have referred is impressed with how fast and thorough the report is.
- Jamie Farley
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We have used Lange Home Inspection twice. Both times, we were very pleased with our experience. His thoroughness, on the first inspection, kept us from purchasing what could have ended up being costly repairs. On the second inspection, which was a new build, they helped us find potential issues to have corrected before closing. We appreciate the thoroughness, and attention to detail, that Lange Home Inspection brings to the table.
- Matthew Baker
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