Industry Standards & Methodologies

We follow established industry protocols to ensure reliable, repeatable, and insurance-accepted results.

Our Commitment to Best Practices

While building our service, we've invested in equipment and training that meets or exceeds industry standards. Our 640×512 radiometric thermal sensor and 2cm RTK positioning system provide the precision required by:

ASTM C1153 Methodology

For roof moisture assessments

IEC 62446-3 Protocols

For solar panel inspections

ASTM C1153 - Roof Moisture

We follow ASTM C1153 methodology for locating wet insulation in roofing systems using infrared imaging:

▸Conduct surveys 2-4 hours after sunset for optimal thermal contrast
▸Weather requirements: Clear skies, winds under 15 mph
▸Minimum 10°F temperature differential between day/night
▸Radiometric data capture with temperature measurements
▸Georeferenced imagery for precise defect mapping

Result: Insurance-accepted documentation for claims and repairs

IEC 62446-3 - Solar O&M

We apply IEC 62446-3 protocols for thermographic inspection of PV modules and plants:

▸Minimum irradiance of 600 W/m² during inspection
▸Thermal resolution detecting 2°C variations
▸Perpendicular viewing angle when possible
▸Module-level defect classification system
▸CSV anomaly reports with GPS coordinates

Result: Warranty claim documentation and O&M optimization

Our Equipment Exceeds Standard Requirements

Thermal Resolution

640×512

4x higher than minimum requirements

GPS Accuracy

2cm RTK

Centimeter-level precision vs meter-level standard GPS

Radiometric Data

Emissivity Corrected

Field-calibrated temperature accuracy

Detailed Methodology Documentation

For a line-by-line mapping of how our equipment and procedures meet each IEC 62446-3 requirement — including camera NETD, GSD at operating altitudes, calibration schedules, and our data processing pipeline — see our full technical reference:

Local Expertise, Global Standards

Three generations in Hale County gives us something no certification can provide - deep understanding of West Texas conditions:

•We meticulously manage pre-inspection stabilization periods, accounting for rapid West Texas cloud cover changes and morning dew.
•We understand how to manage high soiling rates and apply rigorous emissivity corrections, minimizing the ~15-20% false positive rates common in uncalibrated Panhandle surveys.
•We recognize irrigation timing and crop stress indicators from years of family farming
•We're available immediately after hailstorms because we live here

Our Promise:

We combine industry-standard methodologies with local knowledge to deliver results that are both technically sound and practically valuable. Your reports will meet insurance requirements, warranty claim standards, and most importantly - solve your actual problems.