Drybuild

 
Drybuild Infrared Solutions ®™ specialises in providing non-invasive (no holes) moisture and leak detection reports on homes and buildings using high tech infrared thermal imaging cameras.

Our cameras have the ability to see what the human eye can't, using part of the light spectrum we cannot see.  The cameras are able to "see" heat at temperatures lower than 500 degrees and it electronically converts this infrared radiation the heat emits, into a state that is readily visible to us.  This allows us to read temperature differences in the walls and ceilings of your home which in turn enables us to identify objects such as the bracing and fixings within your wall and more importantly moisture and leaks that may not necesarily be visible to the naked eye.  Drybuild Infrared then uses these images to produce a comprehensive moisture ingress report tailored to suit your needs.

Drybuild Infrared Solutions poineered this leading edge technology in New Zealand to become the first building inspection company and the first franchised building inspection company to adopt purpose built infrared thermal imaging cameras for use in building inspections.  The idea was to pinpoint the exact source of the moisture/leaks to enable an exact targeted area for repair, thus reducing the need for tradesmen to remove vast areas of cladding, pull down entire walls, uplift decks or remove entire windows in their search for the cause. 

For many home owners, the process of investigating whether a dwelling has moisture problems (commonly referred to as "leaky building syndrome") can often be a time consuming, expensive and invasive operation.  However, by being able to assess these structures by non-invasive ("no holes") methods without cutting into walls and floors and potentially causing further structural damage can in most cases save the homeowner hundreds if not thousands of dollars in investigative and remedial work.

Drybuild Infrared Solutions ®™ provides infrared camera technology for:

• Pre-purchase and pre-sale inspections                                                                             
• Moisture ingress and leak detection 
• Track and Trace Reports
• Roof inspections 
• Heat loss inspections/energy efficiency audits 
• Leaky Home Diagnostics 
• Preventative maintenance inspections
• Building consent inspections 
• Code compliance and WHRS reports
• Fixing and bracing reports

Pre-purchase moisture inspections:
Be informed BEFORE you buy, with a Drybuild Infrared Pre-Purchase Property Report Benefits: makes your buying decisions much easier and more confident identifies any defects BEFORE you buy, which if left unchecked could prove costly enables you to know exactly what you are getting as poor choice could have dire consequences can identify problems which may have been covered up or not be noticeable to the naked eye confirmation that the property is structurally sound minimise the possibility of any nasty surprises which may be expensive to remedy identify any future ongoing maintenance and repair issues
Pre-sale reports:
A pre-sale report can ASSIST you in the successful sale of your home
Benefits:   offers extra peace of mind to potential purchasers, knowing your home was inspected by a professional can help speed up the sale process no nasty hidden surprises uncovered by purchasers inspectors during the middle of your negotiations possibility of a higher selling price knowing there are no hidden defects gives you the vendor time to make any repairs before a purchasers inspection uncovers them confidence that you have nothing to hide, leaving the buyer with fewer objections and reasons to negotiate the price down
Moisture ingress and leak detection:
Drybuild Infrared specialises in full moisture ingress reports for suspected "leaky buildings", identifying not only areas of elevated moisture, but also tracking this moisture back to its source, pinpointing the exact location or entry point into the building.  This type of inspection produces a comprehensive room by room report detailing the homes' condition, both internally and externally and can potentially save the homeowner from costly invasive investigative and repair work as  there is no need for builders to remove vast areas of cladding, pull down entire walls, uplift decks or remove entire windows in their search for the entry point of that hidden enemy "moisture".  In some instances this type of inspection can save the homeowner hundreds, if not thousands of dollars by diagnosing a targeted area for spot repair work instead of a complete re-clad or re-roof which in some cases is unecessary.
Track and trace reports:
A Track and Trace Report is designed for those wanting a single leak diagnosed.  This type of inspection is designed to trace those hidden leaks you just can't seem to find, which if left undetected could escalate into costly problems.  The moisture is traced back to its entry point into the building and a brief report is issued summarising the findings.  Drybuild Infrared Solutions offer a "no find, no pay" policy on this type of inspection - if the thermographer is unable to find your single leak, then the inspection is FREE of charge.
Building consent inspections:
Building consent inspections include: full moisture ingress inspections fixings and bracing identification framing and insulation detection engineers structural reports These inspections can assist the building process and Code Compliance resolution or can be used as documentation supporting claims with the WHRS (Weathertight Homes Resolutions Service).
Roof inspections:
Drybuild's infrared thermal imaging cameras can be used to identify moisture problems resulting from roof leaks and can also identify any wet, defective or missing roof insulation.  An infrared inspection will pinpoint the exact location of moisture and its entry points, often eliminating the need for a complete roof replacement and instead diagnosing a targeted area for repair work.
Heat loss/energy efficiency inspections:
Drybuild's infrared cameras can be used to pinpoint energy related problems caused by poor building design, faulty workmanship or material failure.  An infrared image can also detect missing or wet insulation in both walls and ceilings which may be resulting in substantial heat loss and can also identify the presence of any "thermal bridges" or weak points in your insulation which allows heat to escape.
Preventative maintenance inspections:
Drybuild's infrared cameras have the ability to detect thermal anomalies or 'hot spots' long before any visible signs of damage become apparent to the human eye, enabling repairs to be made before structures and systems fail and rot sets in.  This type of inspection gives peace of mind to homeowners by knowing that your home is safe and sound without any moisture amd mould lurking behind your walls, ready to blow out after several years of moisture build up.
Underfloor heating inspections:
Drybuild's infrared camera technology can detect breaks and failures in underfloor heating, pinpointing its exact location allowing spot repairs to be made, thereby eliminating the need to uplift all tiles and replace the entire floor.
Code compliance and WHRS reports:
Dybuild Infrared Solutions conducts moisture ingress inspections which can assist in Code Compliance resolutions, particularly those with weathertightness issues and can also provides reports for those homeowners wanting to lodge claimes with the Weathertight Homes Resolution Service.
Bracing and fixing reports:
Drybuild' infrared cameras can detect the location of bracings and fixings - this type of information is sometimes required by Councils with regards to Code Compliance issues.