THERMAL IMAGING

Thermal Imaging was first used by the military for detecting the "bad guys". Today it's used for breast cancer screening, dentistry and other medical procedures. As an effective tool in building sciences it has a vast array of uses. A hand held thermal imaging camera in the hands of trained and experienced operator is a valuable investigative tool. The camera can detect energy loss, verify the integrity of a structure, prevent electrical fires and pinpoint water issues on a roof.

All-Tech provides a fully documented hardcopy report of the problem areas. This can help reduce insurance costs, excessive repairs and maintenance and reduce energy costs. All-Tech has the professional associates within the group to evaluate the Thermal Imaging results and offer clear, cost efficient answers.

EXTERIOR BUILDING ENVELOPE
Thermal Imaging Can: Locate missing, improperly installed or damaged insulation Identify costly air leakage energy losses Evaluate the thermal performance of retrofits
BUILDING ENVELOPE
Thermal Imaging Can: Identify energy losses (heating and air conditioning) Locate unwanted moisture Identify possible mold forming areas
ELECTRICAL
Thermal Imaging Can Detect: Loose and corroded electrical connections Imbalanced loads Overloading and/or overheating Defective Equipment Open circuits
ROOFS
Thermal Imaging Can Detect: Pinpoints water damage areas on roof Eliminates unnecessary replacements of a full roof Extend the life of the roof Reduces large capital expenditures

RADON...COMING TO THE BUILDING CODE IN 2010

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas. You can't see it, taste it or smell it. It is the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers today. In Canada about 2000 people will die from lung cancer related to radon gas exposure. As we tighten up our homes for energy efficiency it reduces the ability of the house to breath and traps this gas.
All-Tech is now certified and equipped to test for Radon. We use the seven day test by means of a dual monitoring inspection. We install our own US EPA approved electronic monitoring equipment and the "E Perm"Ion Chamber detector. We prepare the home and check it daily for seven days, then tabulate our monitoring equipment and ship the "E-Perm" detectors off to the lab for testing. We document the two reports and establish a bench mark that is verified by these two testing methods. This is considered the elite test method. A report is then generated with recommendations.
For more information Health Canada on Radon

MOLD...A GROWING PROBLEM

As we tighten up our homes to make them more energy efficient we trap not only radon but excessive moisture. This moisture and humidity remains in our home and if our humidity levels remain above 55-60% then the conditions for mold are present.
Alltech associate Bill DeVries is ISA2 and ESA certified in residential mold inspection. We now have the latest in mold inspection equipment and techniques. The home is scanned by our Thermal Imaging camera and then air samples are taken if the mold is not visible. If visible, we take tape or swab samples and ship them off to the lab for analysis.
Based upon the testing and lab results we report on the source possibilities and offer recommendations for remediation.
For more information check out Health Canada on Mold