Advancements in technology have brought more accurate inspections of major
damages in building systems. Our Thermal Imaging equipment allows us to see large
areas to pinpoint damages. BUT, thermal imaging is not conclusive and all results must
be followed up with other testing devices. Our company is always on the leading edge
of new technology because we see the value in time savings, accurate testing, and
reduced damage costs to our clients and home owners.
Moisture Instruments
Tramex Wet Wall Detector Delhmorst BD-2100 Moisture Encounter Plus
Tramex Wet Wall Detector
Preset for the correct EIFS (Exterior Insulation and Finish Sytem) range thickness, the Wet Wall Moisture Detector can trace moisture even when no visible clues exist. The Tramex Wet Wall Moisture Detector is specifically for EIFS and is the only Non-Destructive moisture scanner that its signals will penetrate all the way through the coating and the EPS insulation to detect elevated moisture in the sheeting board. Its depth of penetration on most EIFs construction is in excess of 3 inches.
Delhorst BD-2100
Features a digital display and separate scales for wood, plaster/concrete, and gypsum. Measures wood moisture content over the range of 6-40%. Reference scale provides relative moisture readings in non-wood materials. This meter also features an industry-exclusive sheetrock scale to measure % moisture content in sheetrock over the range of .2% to 6.0%. Averages up to 50 accumulated readings. Adjustable, audible set point alerts you when a pre-selected % moisture content has been reached. Green, yellow and red LEDs provide at-a-glance indication of moisture conditions. One of the industry favorites for testing EIFS (Exterior Insulated Finish Systems).
Moisture Ecounter Plus
The Moisture Encounter Plus is a follow-up to the world's most popular and successful non-destructive moisture meter - the Moisture Encounter. Tramex Encounter Moisture Plus Non-Destructive Moisture Meter detects moisture in wood, dry wall plaster and brick without leaving any marks.
Thermal Imaging Samples
Building Envelope Damage
The above image shows moisture in an EIFS system wall that was not visible to the naked eye.
Thermal imaging is an advanced technology that allows us to see below the surface of most materials using infrared. Thermal patterns are shown on the screen of these camera that look very much like a photo. We interpret the patterns and look for "anomalies" or characteristics in the material that look different from the rest. In the case of stucco / EIFS inspections we use the camera to scan large surface areas before we use our scanners to help pin point major damages. We also use the thermal imager inside the home to see potential moisture damages to floors, ceilings and walls.