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in all seasons.
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Being prepared and responsive is what distinguishes our
firm. We strive to solve the problem–resolve the issue
and make life easier for our Associations and their
property managers.
Hueston McNulty, P.C.
Association General Counsel and Experienced Trial Attorneys
Samuel J. McNulty, Esq.
smcnulty@huestonmcnulty.com/www.huestonmcnulty.com
Tel: 973-377-0200 / Fax: 973-377-6328
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and clubhouses in several areas.
Water infiltration is one of the more
common deficiencies, typically at
roofs. The thermal camera gives the
engineer the ability to see temperature
differences on a leaking roof clad-
ding system (particularly on low slope
roofs). The wet insulation and roof
deck transmit a different heat signa-
ture than the surrounding, non-affect-
ed, areas. Once the problematic area
is located and the cause diagnosed
through the use of the thermal camera
and a visual inspection, a concentrat-
ed repair can be made at the area
of concern. Previously, the entire roof
cladding assembly may have had to
be addressed due to the inability to
locate the exact location of the leak.
This results in significant savings for
the association.
Another benefit of inspecting build-
ing issues with a thermal imager is
the ability to see patterns and risks
from the thermal data that are unseen
without this technology. For example,
a thermal image of an electrical panel
can show over-loaded circuits that
would have gone unnoticed without
the ability to see heat emittance. The
thermographer can follow the loads to
that circuit and determine if the exces-
sive heat is a result of an overloaded
condition or if it is simply a high load
appliance.
Building Code Updates
The construction industry is in the
midst of a major change over the past
year. March of 2016 brought the
introduction of the 2015 International
Residential Code in New Jersey. The
importance of well-insulated buildings
has been recognized and will be
enforced through this latest code adop-
tion. Building envelope inspections
with the use of thermography can help
determine where a building’s insulation
may be lacking or missing completely.
Additionally, cold corners and air leaks
/ drafts can easily be found by taking
note of significant temperature changes
along a wall, floor or roof. These types
of studies can help an association
establish more energy efficient clubhous-
es, common areas and residential units
resulting in lower energy costs.
Education –Qualified Personnel
Anyone can purchase a thermal
imaging camera; they range from
$3,000, up to several hundred thou-
sand. Flir
®
one of the largest thermal
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