Infrared In The Field

Here is an example of Infrared showing moisture on the underside of a roof not visible with the naked eye.

Infrared cameras or thermal imaging cameras (colloquially known as a TIC) render infrared radiation as visible light. Best Choice Home Inspections puts this technology to use for you with dramatic MSX thermal images that clearly reveal problems such as sources of energy loss, moisture intrusion, structural issues and overheating electrical components.

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Ohio Department of Agriculture Invasive Plant Species

Japanese Knotweed

invasive plant species
Lythrum virgatum, European wand loosestrife
In September of 2014, the Ohio General Assembly granted the Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) the exclusive authority to regulate invasive plant species. Therefore, under the law, invasive plants are defined as plant species that are not native to Ohio whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental harm, or harm to human health as determined by scientific studies. Furthermore, after nearly two years of stakeholder outreach, new rules have been established and are effective as of January 7, 2018.

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Best Choice Home Inspections Now Using The Phantom 4 Drone

The DJI Phantom 4

Best Choice Home Inspections is now using the Phantom 4 Drone. A critical part of your home inspection is the roof, gutters and chimney. The Phantom 4 drone provides a closer look at roofs that aren’t accessible or cannot be walked on due to slope, weather or roofing materials such as tile, slate or wood shake shingles. We use the Phantom 4 drone camera to ensure every part of your home is inspected, even if we cannot put our own eyes on the area to be inspected.

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