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Energy
Auditing with Thermal Imaging
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The two thermal image photos above are good illustrations of what
the thermal imaging camera sees during an energy audit. Notice the
color bar to the right of both photos showing the colors that correspond
to the surface temperature. The thermal imaging camera sees temperature
rather than light. When we have lowered the homes inside pressure
with the blower door the
variations in temperature become more pronounced making it easier
to find your homes deficiencies.
Both of these photos show that there
are areas in the wall and ceiling that are missing insulation. This
is all too common in all older homes. Unless your home was built
within the last few years you stand a good chance to have some kind
of insulation deficiency.

The photo above is one
of the most commonly used thermal imaging cameras for home energy
auditing. It is a very expensive and sensitive tool. It's unique
ability to see through walls and ceilings has mane it a must have
for serious energy auditors.

The photo above is an illustration
of what the thermal imaging camera would detect in an energy audit
in the winter. The yellow areas show the heat rising and pushing
through the ceiling leaks pulling in colder air from outside from
the lower areas of the house. This air movement process is known
as convection.
Convection is caused in our homes
when the air we have paid to heat or cool follows it's nature. Hot
air will always rise, cold air will always fall. This natural movement
creates the pressure that results in you loosing the air you paid
to condition.
Using the thermal imaging camera
to locate the leaks in your homes walls, ceiling, and ductwork,
then sealing them, is one of our best and least expensive ways to
lower your energy bill.
How Do
We Get Started?
The first step is easy, call
Steve at 602-478-5102
or email:
Steve@HomeworkRemodels.com
We will be glad to answer any questions
or come to your home to perform your energy audit.
Thermal imaging with energy auditing
is just one of the remodeling specialties we offer to our clients
in Phoenix and the surrounding city's of Scottsdale, Tempe, Chandler,
Gilbert, Glendale and Mesa.
Homework
Remodels, 202 E McDowell Road, Ste 110, Phx AZ 85004,
602-478-5102, Copyright © 2005-2012 ROC207613
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