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Water in a Wall |
Leaking Double Door |
Attic Hatch Uninsulated |
Arc Fault Breakers |
Missing Insulation |
Leaking Roof |
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Houston Home Inspection Company
Call Bill Loftus (TREC #8393) at 713-253-1259
We see what others cannot!
Why do you want a Professional Real Estate Inspector and Flir Certified Thermographer to Inspect your home before purchasing?
A to Z Building Inspection Services uses Infrared Thermal Imaging in conjunction with home inspections throughout Houston, Texas. We use infrared to diagnose problems that any other home inspector without this technology and training would have missed, basically because they could not see it. With the infrared, we have identified numerous issues including: water penetration of the roof and siding, insulation defects, plumbing leaks, electrical issues, and HVAC ductwork issues. Department of Energy Recommends an Infrared Scan when Purchasing a Home!
This technology allows us to see the problems before they escalate into major issues. Infrared also helps diagnose the extent of an issue. For example, moisture and mold are interrelated, the longer the building material stays wet the worse the mold problem becomes. Early detection with infrared can reduce damage and costs. |
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Water Leaking from Shower Above a Kitchen
Bad Breaker or Loose Wire in the Electrical Panel |
WHAT IS INFRARED THERMAL IMAGING?
Infrared is just beyond the spectrum of visible light, beyond what we can see as humans. Infrared thermal imaging is the use of a state-of-the-art infrared camera to put heat into an image visible to the human eye. Most building components change temperature before they fail, which allows us to observe and diagnose problems in most objects without the need for destructive discovery.
This technology, however, is much more than just looking through a camera and seeing the problem. The inspector needs to be trained and experienced with building components and equipment. Most images scanned will show some type of anomaly. It takes experience and education to properly diagnose the image. It’s just too easy to misdiagnose an image without extensive, hands-on experience. Bill Loftus has been using Infrared thermal imaging throughout the Texas area as a diagnostic tool since 2006. With thousands of building components scanned we have the experience to identify issues immediately, on the spot.
Your home will probably be the biggest investment you will ever make. So, why make such a large purchase without first having the property examined by a TREC Certified Home Inspector? At A To Z Building Inspection Services located in Houston Texas, we can provide peace of mind by inspecting your potential investment for any items that are unsafe, not working as designed or outdated before your closing with our Complete Home Inspection Report. Our home inspection is an impartial visual examination of the components and structure of a home that meets or exceeds the Standards of Practice established by the State of Texas for TREC Certified Home Inspectors. At A to Z Building Inspection Services we want to be different. We provide a single point of contact for your home-buying convenience. You no longer have to make two or three different contacts. We can do your Home and Termite Inspections, Home Energy Audit.
Conditioned air leaking out of the air conditioner located in the attic. |
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Overheating breaker in breaker panel
Moisture in the Siding along the Roof Line. Above is a View with the Infrared Camera.
Water and outside air has penetrated this exterior door ( above and below).
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during the home inspection: infrared camera, moisture meter, carbon monoxide detector, foundation level, natural gas detector, GFCI detector, ARC Fault detector, video recorders, digital camera and other devices to find and record potential problems. You will find our pricing very competitive while being able to do a much more comprehensive inspection. Our One Stop Service makes buying a home faster, more efficient, and less expensive in the long run. A Home Inspection is an information collection process, not unlike an investigation that takes in all the small clues to help you make an informed decision. Many of the items found may be small or maintenance associated. That's why you are encouraged to attend the Inspection. If a condition or symptom is revealed, we may suggest further evaluation. A home inspection is not a warranty or insurance program but a process to assist you in understanding the condition of your home.
Some of the items covered during our inspections are:
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Foundation, crawlspace, water penetration and foundation movement
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Grading and drainage
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Roof, vents, flashings, and trim
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Gutters and downspouts
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Skylight, chimney and other roof penetrations
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Decks, stoops, porches, walkways, and railing
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Eaves, soffit and fascia
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Heating and Cooling systems
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Water heating system
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Interior plumbing fixtures and faucets
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Electrical entrance service line
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Main disconnect and service amperage
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Electrical panels, breakers and fuses
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Grounding and bonding
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GFCIs and AFCIs
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Fireplace damper door and hearth
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Insulation and ventilation
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Garage doors, safety sensors, and openers
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And much more
How you utilize this information is up to you. Your choices may include a renegotiation of the price to make the necessary repairs to your satisfaction or the option to go on to another property. All these options must be cautiously weighed and a professionally performed Home Inspection can direct you to a better informed decision.
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We also provide prelisting inspection for the potential seller of their home. When making your next big home investment in Houston, be sure to use a Houston home inspection service you can trust!
See What an Infrared Camera Sees During a Home Inspection
This is a video taken during our home inspection in Houston, Texas.
There are several problems that were seen with the infrared camera. Termite tunnels, water penetration, and missing insulation can be seen in the video. Without the aid of the infrared camera it would have been very difficult to find these problems. It should be noted that the conditions in this video were good. Sometimes the conditions are not as favorable.
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