can it detect drafts in my home
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Hi. If you mean like cracks in the wall(s) or something like that, maybe. I haven't tested in those areas yet; but, it might work. But if you were wanting to detect mold growth or find out the humidity levels, that device won't do it. It only takes temperature from a fixed distance (see chart or if you own one, it's on the right side of the device). Hope this helps!
182887
Off hand I would say no as it needs to hit something to read it i.e. walls, furniture , floors etc. However it probably can locate the source of the draft by its readings. For example I located a corner of the door leaking air by its 20 degree drop in temp. I have also used it to check the oven temp and the surface of hot liquids such as coffee. I use it more often than I thought I would.
182888
It could detect differences in temp of the surface where there is a draft, but this would be a hit or miss method. A better way is to get some cheap incense sticks from the dollar store. Generate some smoke and check obvious sources, light and plug switches, doors, windows, dryer connections, etc. I used thermometer to see where the biggest heat losses were located. This gives you a start on spending your time and money on fixes.
2278204
When the lock door is on it would. But just the flap would probably not keep out drafts. My cat always opens the door with his right paw and that side of the flap does not close tight anymore.
1931703
Yes. We put one on the outside of our kitchen window so that we can read the outside temperature before we go out of the house. It works.
2158126
Hmmm... probably, it's pretty sensitive. I haven't actually tried that but I do have hardwoods throughout and I can check.
568691
Yes. In daylight use the detector . Used it to set grade on a lot last week . Have also run lines and set foundations with it
174930
Joel, What it will do is determine temperature from one area to another. for example I was checking dry wall temp and when I got to an outlet it indicated a significant difference in temp from the drywall to outlet. I was able to determine I had a significant amount of outside air coming through the outlet. It won't determine air movement but it worked very well as I described in locating cold spots that I could then investigate.
647763
Directly, no; indirectly yes. You'll need to contact the mfg tech support. They mentioned something about an alert service for a fee. The RadStat app allows control such as off/on, temp setting, home/away--normal thermostat actions. I think for the alarm (such as to note whether your heat has failed in the winter) you need to have the stat monitored, and I think some alarm companies do that too. There is chatter on their website forums about alarm.com.
1722338
Thanks for your question.This system support motion detect and email alerts, thanks.
889290
I am not a plumber. I do not believe this tool will tell you the source of the water inflow, just the moisture level that is present where you can reach it with the probes on the device. You can test the areas along the wall above the floor and in other areas where the wall meets the floor and maybe deduce which areas are worse or better to try and isolate the problem area.
1284280
Absolutely! This will detect very small nails thru plaster and wood. I have been impressed by this tool every time I use it. -Roger
816426
No. Not unless u have some form of automaton system or software such as an ISY99, Homeseer or network interface.
873397
No, the test simply identifies the levels of certain mold/ mildew levels in home and identifies them. The home owner will then know whether or not further action is needed.
482000
Yes. It would monitor any movement in the room. We have it on the porch and it even monitors a bird flying by.
824139
Unfortunately the unit has a motion sensor so it will detect any movement including the two legged kind. I would suggest setting up the unit at the foot of the property close the sidewalk or flowerbed facing towards the house. Then you have to remember its there or you will end up getting wet if you forget to turn the water off when you go to do the gardening ... lol.
1301176
Even better... you can eliminate one of those, as they have sensors that will sense and calculate different areas of your home if you wish.
1937164
Yes, this would work fine for that. In addition to the motion detector, use the window/door sensor... Great idea!
784433
The duct tape should do the trick. I think you should look to see where the draft is coming from. Is it through the air conditioner rather than around it?