Our Training
Building Diagnostics and Forensic Investigations involves extensive
training , equipment and experience. Just buying an infrared camera
and getting a few days of training does not qualify someone to do this
type of work. A thorough understanding of building science, construction,
materials,codes, environmental conditions, failure rates, insulating
materials, moisture intrusion, vapor diffusion, and general building science
is required to accurately diagnose difficult building conditions. The
professionals at Tennessee Building Inspections have extensive training
in all these areas and a track record of over twently years experience
using these skills.
BPI Building Analyst
BPI Standards emphasize the 'house-as-a-system' approach to inspecting a home or building, meaning that all systems are interconnected from the HVAC equipment, to the envelope, the foundation, walls, roof, doors and windows. With infrared we also use diagnostic equipment such as the blower door and the combustion analyzer to ensure systems are functioning together correctly to maximize building performance, comfort, energy efficiency, safety and durability. An building inspector and energy auditor with BPI certification gives property owners peace of mind knowing the professional meets the national standards of the Building Performance Institute.
Infrared Certified Building Thermographer
We offer our clients TWO Infrared Certified Inspectors with the best level of training
and experience in the area. Phil Henderson and Doug Bell together have done over 800 infrared / thermal imaging inspections. The Infrared Certified Program was developed by InterNACHI (Internation Association of Certified Home Inspectors) specifically for the training of home and building diagnostics. When we took the course it was the only one dedicated to COMPLETE training for conditions found in the course of a home inspection and commercial application. Home and Building Inspectors have a specific understanding of the many conditions that can exist within a structure and are better equipped to use the infrared technology as an extension of their profession. It's much easier for a home/building inspector to learn thermal imaging than it is for a thermal imaging student to learn home and building inspections. Be sure to click on our LINKS page and visit the associations and resources we use here at Tennessee Building Inspections.
Infrared Certified Training Course
TITLE: "Thermal Imaging And Building Science"
This is an infrared training course intended to familiarize home inspectors with this new non-destructive testing technology and its applications for building and home inspections.
1. What is thermal imaging?
2. The purpose of Thermal Imaging in Home Inspections.
1. Better Inspections
2. Decreased Liability
3. Additional Income form Ancillary Services
3. The Physics of Light
1. Electromagnetic Spectrum
2. Frequency
3. Color
4. Heat
4. The Physics of Thermal Imaging
1. Delta T
2. Emissivity, Reflectivity, Transparency
3. Thermal Mass
5. Different Types of Image Display
1. Black & White, Rainbow, Iron
2. Temperature Scales.
3. Adjusting temperature scales for a better image.
6. Applications for Home Inspection
1. Water Infiltration
2. Excessive Moisture in Materials
3. Electrical Inspection Applications
4. HVAC applications
5. Pipe Location
6. Pest Infestation
7. Energy Audit
7. Inspection Techniques
1. Exterior scanning.
2. Interior scanning.
3. Electrical scanning.
8. Report Writing, Marketing, Liability.
9. Building Science, Structure, Systems, And Defects.
The many different services we offer require continuous training in inspection and equipment techniques. We are licensed by the state of Tennessee as Home Inspectors and have been certified inspectors of the ICC and SBCCI for 20 years. We are also members of the International Associaton of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI), International Associaton of Certified Indooor Air Consultants (IAC2), the Exterior Design Institute (EDI).
Phil Henderson is the first Certified Master Inspector® in East Tennessee, a designation given by the Certified Master Inspector Board and requires over 1000 inspections and high standards of continuing education and ethics. It is the home inspection industry's highest level designation.
Phil is also an ICC (International Code Council) Certified Housing Preservation Inspection, a designation that requires extensive education and training in the areas of building materials and construction techniques. He is also a BPI Certified - Building Analyst Professional. This training gives us the unique ability to see the building as a system, diagnose most building related problems and suggest solutions for repair and rehabilitation.
Phil completed the certification for Moistrue Free Corporation's EIFS/ Stucco, and Roof Performance Warranty Program in 2008.
See all Phil's qualifications at InspectorPhil.com
