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How Infrared Thermography Works

Thermography enables us to see and measure heat. All materials on earth emit heat energy in the infrared portion of the spectrum. Unfortunately, the unaided human eye cannot see in the infrared. Thermographic, or simply thermal, images allow the user to see thermally, revealing anomalies that in turn identify problems in buildings and their component electrical, mechanical, plumbing,and waterproofing systems. Today's lightweight and rugged infrared cameras can not only see in real-time,but can also record infrared images and measure the temperatures of target objects quite accurately-to within 1/10 of a Fahrenheit degree or better. Points of possible concern show up clearly as hot or cold in relation to their surroundings. Recorded thermal images can be easily inserted into reports,and e-mailed, greatly facilitating communications among trades, attorneys, and other professionals and serving as invaluable, rational, evidentiary data in cases involving controversy.

Home Energy Tune-up

What is Home Energy Tune-up? A service that helps people lower their energy bills by identifying cost-effective technology upgrades. Tune-up is the most detailed and accurate energy inspection available. The energy inspector will examine, measure, and evaluate the factors that affect energy use in your home, e.g., size of the home, efficiency of appliances, insulation, draftiness of rooms, and efficiency of heating and cooling systems (HVAC).

The information gathered is analyzed using CMC's specialized software, and a Tune-up Report is generated that lists recommended energy improvements with savings and cost estimates. It explains each recommendation, and discusses low and no cost energy savings suggestions that will make a home more comfortable. With a Home Energy Tune-up, you are provided with the peace of mind that can make your home more comfortable and efficient. People are concerned that older homes may be less comfortable and have high energy bills.

• The Tune-up Report gives you the information you need to make educated decisions, and lists the upgrades whose energy savings will pay for the investment.
• Energy efficiency upgrades pay for themselves
• Many energy efficiency upgrades pay for themselves in a few years through energy savings.
• Those with little money to invest can still afford to invest in energy improvements by financing those items whose monthly energy savings are greater than their costs.
• Those who want to make a wise investment can implement all recommended upgrades to increase home comfort and value further, and to obtain a good non-taxable return.