An Infrared Energy Audit is a detailed look at the energy leakage throughout a home or commercial property. The entire property is examined using thermal infrared imaging to pinpoint air leakage, missing insulation, or poorly insulated areas in floors, ceilings and walls. Our examiner will produce a detailed written report that shows where problems were found, along with recommendations on what should be done to address each issue. In most cases, this will result is reduced energy consumption and lower heating and cooling bills.

Thermal infrared imaging has become an extremely valuable tool in performing energy audits for both residential and commercial buildings. The infrared camera has the ability to display heat as a visual image, making it easy to see where energy is being wasted. These images are included in the energy audit report showing a side by side comparison of standard room pictures and thermal imaging picture so that the reader can see exactly where the energy loss is occurring.

Thermal infrared imaging can help detect several common energy problems.

1. Insulation defects.

Proper thermal insulation in buildings is an important factor to achieving thermal comfort for its occupants. Insulation reduces unwanted heat loss or gain and can decrease the energy demands of heating and cooling systems.

The Infrared image below shows missing ceiling insulation, the right digital image does not reveal any problems.

2. Air leakage

Air leakage is another major problem that infrared imaging can detect. This occurs when outside air enters a house uncontrollably through cracks and openings. Properly sealing such cracks and openings in your home can significantly reduce heating and cooling costs, improve building durability, and create a healthier indoor environment.

3. Blower Door Testing

We use blower door testing to check building tightness and air infiltration. We use duct blaster testing of the building's HVAC system to locate air leaks in the duct system.

Infrared Diagnostic LLC provides a professional energy audit service, along with a written report that goes into great detail. Call us at 978.440.9900 or email us today if you would like further information.