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How do you check for missing insulation in walls?
Wiki User
2007-07-05 15:03:31
Hi, You can use a infrared imager and view through it to see
where your walls are warmer and also you can use a lazer digital
temperature meter to do much the same.
This will show you the uneven heat loss through uninsulated walls
and insulated walls so you'll pretty much know where you stand.
Hope this helps: Jimiwane
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