Overview
What this service is designed to do
Thermal roof inspections help identify temperature anomalies that can indicate possible moisture intrusion, saturated insulation, membrane problems, or energy loss. This service is especially useful for flat roofs, low-slope commercial roofs, metal roofs, and difficult-to-access roof areas.
Benefits
How it helps
- Document possible trapped moisture beneath roofing surfaces
- Reduce unnecessary foot traffic on sensitive roof systems
- Create a visual record for maintenance planning
- Support roofers, property managers, and facility teams with clearer evidence
- Pair thermal anomalies with standard aerial photos for context
Deliverables
What you receive
- Thermal roof image set
- High-resolution visual roof imagery
- Annotated anomaly report
- Recommended areas for follow-up review by a qualified roofing professional
Process
How the inspection works
Confirm roof type, access constraints, and inspection goals
Schedule the flight for suitable thermal conditions
Capture overlapping thermal and visual imagery
Review images and provide a professional findings report
FAQ
Common questions
Can this prove there is a roof leak?
No. Thermal imagery can show patterns consistent with possible moisture or heat loss, but invasive verification or contractor evaluation is needed to confirm the source.
What roof types are best for thermal inspections?
Flat, low-slope, commercial, membrane, and metal roofs often benefit most, but many residential roofs can also be documented visually and thermally.
Do you walk on the roof?
The primary inspection is aerial. In many cases, this reduces or eliminates the need for walking the roof during initial documentation.