InfraredRoof MoistureScanning
Infrared thermal imaging is the only non-destructive method to accurately map trapped moisture in a commercial roof system. Our FLIR-equipped technicians scan the full roof surface, deliver a documented moisture map, and give you the data you need to make capital decisions about your building's most expensive asset.
The spec sheet
Your board
will read.
Every performance claim, documented. No marketing language.
| Performance Spec | Our SystemInfrared Moisture Scans |
|---|---|
Equipment | Professional-grade FLIR infrared cameras |
Optimal conditions | 2–4 hours post-sunset following significant solar gain |
Coverage | Full roof surface scan — no sampling bias |
Confirmation | Targeted core sampling at identified anomalies |
Deliverable | Thermal image set, georeferenced moisture map, affected area calculations, written report |
Turnaround | Report delivered within 48 hours of scan |
Cost | No charge for qualifying commercial properties over 10,000 sq ft |
Source: manufacturer product data sheets + third-party ASTM aging tests. Last updated this quarter.
What we can
restore.
If your deck substrate is listed, this service is a candidate. If it's not — or if moisture content exceeds 30% by volume — we'll tell you that too.
No surprises.
No pressure.
Just documented work.
Infrared scans scheduled for optimal thermal contrast — typically within 2 hours after sunset following significant solar gain. We coordinate access and notify building management.
Certified technicians scan the entire roof surface with professional-grade FLIR cameras, capturing temperature differentials that identify wet insulation and moisture pathways.
Thermal findings confirmed with targeted core samples. All cores patched and sealed. Wet insulation extent documented with precise area calculations.
Deliverable includes the full thermal scan image set, a georeferenced moisture map with affected area measurements, core results, and a written recommendation within 48 hours.
Projects where we
specified infrared moisture scans.
Filtered case studies — every one used the system and process described on this page.
The project completed in 4 days with zero production interruption.
All five buildings restored in a single mobilization over 8 days.
Zero production interruption across 6 days of installation.
The infrared documentation reversed the insurance denial.
Common questions
about this service.
Pulled verbatim from assessment calls on this specific service.
01How does infrared detect moisture in a commercial roof?
Wet insulation has higher thermal mass than dry insulation and retains solar heat longer after dark.
02When is the best time to conduct an infrared roof moisture scan?
Within 2 to 4 hours after sunset following a day with significant solar gain. The roof must have absorbed substantial heat during the day for the wet-versus-dry temperature differential to be readable. We schedule scans around conditions and notify building management of the window before arrival.
03Is infrared scanning accurate enough to scope restoration work?
When paired with targeted core sampling to confirm thermal findings, infrared scanning is the industry standard for pre-restoration moisture mapping. The scan identifies anomalies; the cores confirm depth, type, and extent. Together they produce wet area percentages accurate enough to specify insulation replacement quantities before work begins.
04Can you scan a roof that is not a restoration candidate?
Yes. Infrared scanning serves multiple purposes beyond restoration scoping: pre-purchase due diligence, post-storm insurance documentation, annual condition monitoring under warranty programs, and leak source investigation when visual inspection is inconclusive. The deliverable is the same regardless of what follows — a georeferenced moisture map and written interpretation of findings.
05How much does an infrared roof moisture scan cost?
No charge for qualifying commercial properties over 10,000 square feet. The scan, core sampling, moisture map, and written report are provided at no cost when conducted as part of a restoration assessment. For standalone diagnostic scans — pre-purchase, insurance documentation, or condition monitoring — we quote based on roof size and access conditions.
Everything
connected.
Related services, industries where this applies, and reference material.
Stop deferring.
Start restoring.
Get a documented roof assessment from a certified technician. We'll tell you exactly what your building needs, what it will cost, and whether this service makes financial sense — before you spend a dollar.