Thermal imaging
- Alex Willis
- 20 hours ago
- 1 min read
đź’§ NOT EVERY LEAK LEAVES A VISIBLE STAIN
These thermal images are from inspections I carried out last week — and they’re a good example of why we use thermal imaging as part of our inspection process.
In some areas there were visible stains or other clues that moisture may be getting in.
In others, there was nothing obvious to see with the naked eye.
The thermal camera identified abnormal cold patterns within the walls and ceilings, allowing me to target those areas for further moisture testing and identify moisture that could otherwise have easily been missed.
⚠️ Important: A thermal camera doesn’t actually “see” moisture — it detects differences in surface temperature. Suspicious areas are then checked with a moisture meter and assessed alongside the surrounding building conditions.
This is particularly useful for finding:
🔹 Hidden or early-stage leaks
🔹 Moisture behind wall and ceiling linings
🔹 Roof and flashing leaks
🔹 Plumbing leaks
🔹 Areas where there may be no visible staining yet
A wall can look perfectly fine and still be telling a very different story underneath.
That’s why our inspections don’t rely on eyesight alone.
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🏠Accredited Building Surveyor (BOINZ)
🌡️ Thermal Imaging + Moisture Testing
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