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and clubhouses in several areas. Water infiltration is one of the more common deficiencies, typically at roofs. The thermal camera gives the engineer the ability to see temperature differences on a leaking roof clad- ding system (particularly on low slope roofs). The wet insulation and roof deck transmit a different heat signa- ture than the surrounding, non-affect- ed, areas. Once the problematic area is located and the cause diagnosed through the use of the thermal camera and a visual inspection, a concentrat- ed repair can be made at the area of concern. Previously, the entire roof cladding assembly may have had to be addressed due to the inability to locate the exact location of the leak. This results in significant savings for the association. Another benefit of inspecting build- ing issues with a thermal imager is the ability to see patterns and risks from the thermal data that are unseen without this technology. For example, a thermal image of an electrical panel can show over-loaded circuits that would have gone unnoticed without the ability to see heat emittance. The thermographer can follow the loads to that circuit and determine if the exces- sive heat is a result of an overloaded condition or if it is simply a high load appliance. Building Code Updates The construction industry is in the midst of a major change over the past year. March of 2016 brought the introduction of the 2015 International Residential Code in New Jersey. The importance of well-insulated buildings has been recognized and will be enforced through this latest code adop-

tion. Building envelope inspections with the use of thermography can help determine where a building’s insulation may be lacking or missing completely. Additionally, cold corners and air leaks / drafts can easily be found by taking note of significant temperature changes along a wall, floor or roof. These types of studies can help an association

establish more energy efficient clubhous- es, common areas and residential units resulting in lower energy costs. Education –Qualified Personnel Anyone can purchase a thermal imaging camera; they range from $3,000, up to several hundred thou- sand. Flir ® one of the largest thermal CONT I NU E S ON PAGE 45

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