Providing A Higher Standard of Service
Apex Inspections is a locally owned and operated company based in Carencro, LA. Providing inspection services to Louisiana and select states nationwide.
Roof Moisture Surveys
Roof moisture surveys offer a high-tech, nondestructive, and cost-effective method for assessing moisture in flat roof systems.
Roofs are intricate and expensive components of any building. Replacing a roof can cost between $8 and $10 per square foot, factoring in disposal costs for the old roof. While leaks are a major headache for property owners, introducing water into the roof structure leads to additional, often more severe, problems. An infrared scan provides a precise way to locate moisture within roofing insulation.
How Roof Surveys Benefit You
- Targeted Maintenance: Allocate maintenance funds where they matter most.
- Early Detection: Identify issues before they escalate.
- Prioritization: Determine which roofing programs need attention.
- Leak Source Identification: Pinpoint the origin of leaks.
- Reduced Tear-Offs: Avoid unnecessary roof replacements.
- Warranty Protection: Maintain warranty compliance.
- Restoration Guidance: Make informed decisions about repairs.
- New Installations: Inspect newly installed roofs.
- Energy Savings: Optimize energy efficiency.
Understanding Thermal Capacitance
The ability of a material to store heat is known as thermal capacitance. Roofing materials typically have low thermal capacitance. In contrast, water has high thermal capacitance. Here’s how it matters: During the day, as the sun heats up the roof, moisture trapped in the insulation also warms. When evening arrives and the roof cools down, wet insulation areas take longer to lose heat. Consequently, these damp spots appear as “hot spots” on the roof surface. During the survey, we mark these areas with paint and include them in the detailed report.
Infrared Building Envelope
If you manage institutional, commercial, or industrial buildings, our building science inspections are tailored to enhance your facility’s performance.
Whether its predictive maintenance on low-sloped roofs or detecting hidden moisture within walls, infrared thermography offers a non-intrusive testing method. This technology provides managers with the information needed to make informed decisions about the repair and maintenance of the building envelope.
Infrared Electrical
Infrared Thermal Scanning is an effective tool for identifying electrical problems before they disrupt company operations. Power loss can halt production and cause significant data and communication losses, leading to costly setbacks.
Regular IR Electrical Scans of electrical panels, disconnects, bus systems, and motor controllers help reduce failure rates and provide valuable trending data on your electrical assets. This proactive approach can also lower insurance costs, offering an immediate return on investment (ROI).
Infrared thermography works by detecting temperature variations on the surface of electrical components. An infrared camera captures the emitted infrared radiation and converts it into a thermal image, revealing hot spots that indicate potential issues such as loose connections, overloaded circuits, or failing components. By addressing these issues early, you can prevent equipment failures, reduce downtime, and enhance safety.
Changing electrical components during scheduled maintenance periods ensures that all phases of your company’s production, storage, and office facilities operate at peak efficiency. This practice not only minimizes unexpected breakdowns but also extends the lifespan of your electrical systems.
