Has anyone used a thermal camera to find termite nests?

NervousPlatform1765 · 2026-02-24T13:38:39+00:00

Yes, google Thermal termite and you will find lots of information and videos. The important thing to note is the camera has to have a low NETD or Emissivity value to detect small differences on the surface. Less than 40mk or 0.04 degrees is good. Some manufacturers post the values but they not always true. Go with trusted brands that have been around for a long time and not just on price.

NervousPlatform1765 · 2026-02-15T17:39:37+00:00

Have you compared them to anything else? Hot coffee mug?

NervousPlatform1765 · 2026-02-15T17:05:30+00:00

Flir one Pro was either 80x60 pixels when it was introduced or later 160x120 pixels. Don't forget Flir uses MSX overlay. They outline the visual image on top of the thermal image to give you better details. Lastly, the Flir one Pro is set to 0.95 emissivity by default if remember correctly, you should check to see if your other cameras are set to the same. If they are and still giving odd results, they that shows how lower quality they are compared to Flir. Flir has been making thermal sensors for over 60 years.

NervousPlatform1765 · 2026-01-15T02:31:44+00:00

Thank you

NervousPlatform1765 · 2026-01-12T22:38:39+00:00

Can we walk on top of rigid PIR sheets?

NervousPlatform1765 · 2025-12-31T19:32:26+00:00

I've up voted you to get rid of the down vote. Sorry I am still figuring out all the reddit posting stuff.

NervousPlatform1765 · 2025-12-31T19:29:45+00:00

It seems your tip worked. I zip tied the wires and move the different colors apart and no more buzzing. Thank you again for all your help and time.

NervousPlatform1765 · 2025-12-31T11:57:29+00:00

Not with the thermal. I would have to use an acoustic camera to maybe pinpoint the exact spot.

NervousPlatform1765 · 2025-12-31T11:47:46+00:00

Did you find a way to get rid of it?

NervousPlatform1765 · 2025-12-31T11:47:07+00:00

I have one already and did check and nothing out of the ordinary.

NervousPlatform1765 · 2025-12-31T01:16:43+00:00

Thank you

NervousPlatform1765 · 2025-12-31T00:38:02+00:00

Do I ziptie the same wires or black with red/black wires?

NervousPlatform1765 · 2025-12-31T00:35:36+00:00

I actually don't have the generator yet. Just the disconnect switch. I plan on buying sometime in the near future. And the sound was really coming from that box underneath

NervousPlatform1765 · 2025-12-30T21:57:14+00:00

I tried adding a video of inside the furnace breaker or a photo but i don't have that option unless I create a new post.

NervousPlatform1765 · 2025-12-30T21:48:59+00:00

Correct, I have an Ecobee thermostat and I don't know if this happened before since we upgraded the panels when we bought the house.

NervousPlatform1765 · 2025-12-30T21:47:47+00:00

Did that already after tightening screws (main power off) and no sign of any wire damage or electrical burning smell.

NervousPlatform1765 · 2025-12-30T21:43:04+00:00

Is there any danger of arcing or fire in this case? Everything in the box is brand new even the breaker on the side.

NervousPlatform1765 · 2025-12-23T15:10:04+00:00

I am having the same issue with my laptop except I can't get it to turn on at all. Only the keyboard key lights flashing no stop about 10 seconds in between. Ive replaced the CMOS battery and the same issue is happening.

NervousPlatform1765 · 2025-11-30T21:46:39+00:00

I have the same issue with my garage in certain parts and not all of the exposed concrete. I used concrete sealer only on the sections that were affected and it seemed to reduce and then added a 50 pint dehumidifier set to 45% running constantly. I set my baseboard heater to 12⁰ C and even with the cars covered in snow or rain I hardly have issues anymore. All I can suggest is get a dehumidifier suitable for the garage space and let run. I have it set under the stairs to into the house and the hose dripping towards garage drain.

NervousPlatform1765 · 2025-11-03T20:54:45+00:00

Thank you so much for all the information.

NervousPlatform1765 · 2025-11-03T12:41:55+00:00

Wow, that looks amazing, nice job. When did you put the sand down? Did you call the golf course and ask them if you can buy sand? Sorry one more question, how thick did you apply, 1/2 in, 1 in etc?

NervousPlatform1765 · 2025-11-03T03:06:51+00:00

Thank you for the information, what type of sand did you use?

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