BDG was recently in Orlando, FL performing infrared thermography (IR) due diligence services for one of our engineering clients. We perform these services routinely for large multi-family acquisitions. IR is a great tool to evaluating the condition of exterior cladding. It allows us to rapidly identify hidden water damage without destructive testing. This protects potential buyers from unforeseen repairs due to hidden water damage. We have been performing these services nationwide for almost 10 years. Our findings can be used during final negotiations to allow credits or a substantial discount based on our findings. It this case, we found numerous areas of anomalies that indicate sub-sheathing water damage. Further testing revealed significant sheathing damage that will cost the potential buyers thousands of dollars in repairs.
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