Wauconda Home Inspection Reveals Hidden Water Damage?

4/16/2024 (Permalink)

We are leaders in water damage restoration services in Lake County.

Our Mundelein and North Wauconda teams use infrared cameras and hygrometers to detect hidden water damage. An infrared camera detects temperature differences, allowing it to identify moisture or water infiltration areas. When moisture is present in a wall, it alters the material's thermal properties, causing it to emit or absorb heat differently than surrounding dry areas. The infrared camera can capture these temperature variations, indicating the potential presence of water damage.

Once areas of concern are identified with the infrared camera, a hygrometer can measure the moisture content of the affected materials. A hygrometer measures humidity levels in the air or moisture levels in building materials. By inserting the hygrometer probes into the wall or placing them near suspected areas of water damage, technicians can obtain quantitative data about the extent of moisture infiltration.

By combining the qualitative information from the infrared camera with the quantitative data from the hygrometer, professionals can accurately assess the severity and extent of water damage within the wall. This approach allows for targeted remediation efforts, minimizing the need for invasive or destructive inspection methods.

Ultimately, using infrared cameras and hygrometers provides a non-invasive and effective means of detecting hidden water damage, enabling timely mitigation to prevent further structural deterioration and mold growth.

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Our local Mundelein and North Wauconda team is Here to Help ® when your home or business in Wauconda has water damage from a broken pipe. Call us today at 224-372-7064. 

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