Selecting a Water Heater
I am looking at updating the heating and water heating systems in a rental home I recently…See More
David Valley's Blog Posts Tagged '(Thermal)' (3)
Enhancing Your Infrared (Thermal) Imaging Scan
Wouldn't it be nice to have all your sites fully prepared for you before you arrive for an infrared scan? It can be possible if you politely ask your clients to have the home (or job site) prepared for you in order to alleviate any issues during the thermal scan. With the many unprepared infrared scans that I have completed, I have come up with a list in order for you to achieve the maximum benefit of your infrared inspections....
• Plan optimal times of day for your infrared…
ContinueAdded by David Valley on December 17, 2010 at 8:00am — 2 Comments
Infrared (Thermal) Imaging Detects Radiant Ice Melt Systems
Ice and snow melt systems are utilized in many applications throughout the state of Massachusetts. Business owners utilize snow and ice melt systems in outdoor malls, parking lots, car washes, walkways, and loading ramps to eliminate the expense of continuous snowplowing, to avoid skidding of vehicles and to prevent slip-and-fall accidents on their property.
As a…
ContinueAdded by David Valley on November 7, 2010 at 2:00pm — No Comments
Infrared Imaging Uncovers Many Concealed Defects - See Images
My infrared camera detects shoddy installation of cellulose insulation in this concealed wall cavity above the door.…
Added by David Valley on November 5, 2010 at 7:00am — 2 Comments
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