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Flat Roofs

March 01, 2002

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When performing an infrared inspection of low slope roofs, it is imperative to verify thermal data with destructive testing. While infrared imagers can detect temperature changes associated with missing and damaged insulation, they cannot ascertain the cause of the thermal image.

Core sampling or invasive moisture meter readings are the only known methodologies for accurately determining moisture content. Coupling invasive verification with thermal imaging not only improves accuracy of the inspection but also is required by ASTM Standard C1153.

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