Home Inspector Faribault | Home Inspections – 507-721-3120
Our inspector will identify water intrusions and moisture due to wind, rain, pipe leak, roof leaks, foundation cracks and / or excess humidity. Any structure will suffer from water damage and rotted wood. Even undiscovered leaks can cause damage to support wood that can cost thousands of dollars to repair. This is why a moisture inspection is imperative to getting a thorough and complete home inspection.
A moisture inspection can identify potential problems before they become costly fixes. A fresh coat of paint may hide the problem on the surface but won’t remove the underlying problems of mold, water damage, and rotted wood. Keep in mind that water damaged building materials can be unhealthy-providing a breeding place for mold and mildew. A moisture inspection can show you where the damage is and we will provide you with a written report with photos that will help you understand what needs repair.
Our inspector will use infrared imaging and will first physically examine your structure for visible signs of damage or moisture that may have resulted in water intrusion problems. We will then be able to identify the need to open the area or further recommend examination of these areas due to excessive moisture readings, so a plan of action can be taken.
When using the infrared imaging will use the infrared cameras to “see” into the walls of your home or office for damage-free moisture detection. Our inspector will photograph your home or office using an infrared camera, which picks up what we recognize as heat. Moisture in building materials retains heat at a different rate than dry materials, so water-related wall, roof, floor, ceiling, or carpet damage will emit a different amount of infrared light than dry materials will, making it detectable. A thermographic scan will quickly discover temperature variations from retained moisture in building materials such as drywall, wood, stucco and sheet rock.
Hiring an inspector to give you the piece of mind is well worth the inspection!
Home Inspector Faribault | Home Inspections – 507-721-3120