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Thermal Imaging a Boon to Roofing Industry

Infrared thermography or thermal imaging is fast becoming a popular technology for the roofing industry. It allows property owners to learn about hidden problems before they become costly repairs.

A thermal imaging camera detects the heat given off by an object. On a sunny day, normal roofing materials will absorb some of the heat of the sun and radiate it back quickly at night. However, if moisture has crept into or under the roofing materials, the materials and the water take longer to heat up and much longer to radiate that heat back. A thermal imaging camera can easily distinguish where moisture is hiding by showing the hot or cold spots on the display screen.

That being said, infrared roof inspections should be done under the right conditions to obtain the best result. Here are some things we consider when conducting the inspection:

Thermal imaging is useful on all sorts of roofing materials, but can come in particularly handy for low-slope or flat roofing most often used in industrial or commercial buildings. It is a great way to scan large areas without tromping over the entire roof to inspect every inch.

The advantages of thermal imaging include:

In recent years, thermal imaging technology has taken another step forward. Thermal imaging cameras are being integrated into drones, which can be piloted from the ground. A drone survey takes only a few minutes and can be done by one trained technician, saving the roofing company and property owners both money and time.

Feel free to give us a call about having your roof scanned for hidden problems.



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