1- How long does a Home or Animal scan take?
Homes- It depends on the square footage of the house and the areas being scanned. Generally, it takes between 45 minutes and 1 hour and 30 minutes. If anything is out of the ordinary, additional testing may be required, and the process may take slightly longer.
Horses- Typically take between 30 and 45 minutes, depending on how they react to the scan. Rescue and race horses are a little skittish around new people, especially men.
We must be careful around them to ensure that neither we nor the horse is injured.
Dogs- These typically take a little less than 30 minutes if they are calm and not moving around.
Milk Cattle – These are usually quicker, as we are only scanning the udder to detect infections.
2- What does Infrared show and what are its uses?
All objects omit heat in various ways, and each of these objects has a distinct temperature range. Infrared imaging reveals temperature variations within each object.
It has multiple applications in homes and for pets. In residences, it can detect moisture intrusion, airflow issues at doors and windows, missing insulation in walls, roof leaks, and electrical problems in fuse boxes. among others.
For scans of four-legged animals, infrared can identify muscle tears, infections, saddle sores, laminitis, poor circulation, and mastitis, among other conditions.
3- How can moisture be detected?
Moisture can be detected using either moisture meters or infrared cameras. Our moisture meters are super sensitive to temperature changes, as are all Infrared cameras.
Generally, moisture appears as a dark blue or purple on the infrared camera, unless the hot water is turned on, in which case it will appear as a white or red color.
A decision on the presence of moisture is usually confirmed by using both methods.
4- What do I do to prepare for a house scan?
Nothing extra needs to be done, other than keeping the temperature and humidity similar to where you usually have them.
Keep windows closed. Keep animals in a separate area or outside if possible while the house scan is being performed. If we are scanning a shower or tub area, try to use it an hour or two before we arrive, if possible.
5- What kind of Animals do you scan?
Short-haired dogs, horses, cattle, and anything that does not have thick or fluffy hair.
6- What should I do to prepare my horse for a scan?
Plan on having the horse in a barn without a saddle, and away from direct sunlight, for two hours before the scan.
Please refrain from riding or exercising them beforehand. Ensure that the person handling them is familiar with it. They tend to be a little skittish around new people, and we want to ensure the scan goes smoothly.
7- What should I do to prepare my dog for a scan?
They should be kept inside, out of direct sunlight, for approximately one to two hours before the scan. During winter, remove any sweaters so the scan can be done properly.
About 30 minutes before our arrival, keep them off any bedding or couches. This will ensure that we get an accurate reading. These cameras are highly sensitive and can detect heat signatures that are invisible to the human eye.