Level II Thermographic
Inspection for Building
Recertification
Certified Level II Thermographers with Professional Engineering credentials — the only combination fully accepted by Miami-Dade and Broward County for 40/50/60-year building recertification. FLIR-grade infrared cameras, same-day reports.
See What the Naked Eye
Cannot — Before It's Too Late
Infrared thermography uses thermal imaging technology to detect temperature anomalies invisible to the naked eye — hot spots in electrical panels, overloaded circuits, loose connections, and hidden moisture intrusion — before they become failures, fires, or costly emergency repairs.
At GCE, our certified Level II Thermographers operate under the direct supervision of a Licensed Professional Engineer — the combination required by Miami-Dade County Section 8-11(f) and Broward's Board of Rules and Appeals (BORA) for buildings with 400-amp or greater electrical service undergoing recertification. One firm, one report, fully accepted.
- Level II Certified Thermographers — ASNT SNT-TC-1A compliant
- PE-signed and sealed thermographic inspection report
- Required for 40/50/60-year recertification — 400A+ systems
- FLIR professional-grade infrared cameras, properly calibrated
- Accepted by all Miami-Dade and Broward municipalities
- Fast turnaround — report delivered within 24–48 hours
- No additional third-party sign-offs required
Watch Our Engineer Explain
Thermographic Inspection
Alioskar Ganem, PE explains what a Thermographic Inspection involves, why it's required for building recertification in South Florida, and what property owners and managers need to know.
Alioskar Ganem, PE — Founder & Principal Engineer, Ganem Consulting Engineering
Electrical Equipment We Inspect
with Infrared Thermal Imaging
Per BORA-approved guidelines, the following electrical components must be included in every thermographic inspection for buildings undergoing recertification with 400A+ electrical service.
Switchgear & Switchboards
Main and distribution switchgear — thermal scanning of bus connections, switch contacts, and incoming service terminals.
Panelboards
All distribution panelboards (excluding dwelling unit load centers) — breaker connections, bus bars, and lugs.
Disconnects & Fusible Switches
Service disconnects, motor disconnects, and fusible switches — connection points and fuse holders.
Transfer Switches
Automatic and manual transfer switches — critical for generator-fed buildings and emergency power systems.
Transformers
Dry-type and liquid-filled transformers — core temperature, winding connections, and tap changer positions.
VFDs, Starters & Controls
Variable frequency drives, motor starters, and control panels — power connections, SCR assemblies, and bus connections.
Busways & Gutters
Bus duct systems, wireways, and junction boxes — connection points, splices, and tap-off units.
Meter Centers & Riser Panels
Multi-tenant meter centers and riser panels — main lugs, meter socket connections, and service conductors.
Hidden Problems That Can
Cause Fires, Failures & Fines
Thermal imaging identifies electrical anomalies that have no visible symptoms — until they fail catastrophically.
Hot Spots & Overheating Connections
Loose or corroded connections create resistance — generating heat that causes insulation damage, arcing, and electrical fires. Infrared finds them before they ignite.
Overloaded Circuits & Conductors
Conductors carrying more current than their rating show elevated temperatures across their length — a condition that degrades insulation and increases fire risk over time.
Phase Imbalance
Unbalanced loads across three-phase systems cause one phase to run hotter — creating inefficiency, equipment stress, and premature failure of motors and transformers.
Moisture Intrusion
Water infiltration into electrical enclosures shows as distinct thermal patterns — allowing detection before corrosion, short circuits, or equipment failures occur.
Failing Fuses & Breakers
A fuse or breaker approaching the end of its service life generates excess heat under load — thermography identifies them before they fail open or cause a system outage.
Complete Infrared Inspection
Services for South Florida
From mandatory recertification inspections to preventative maintenance programs — GCE's thermographic inspection services cover every need.
40 / 50 / 60-Year Recertification
Mandatory thermographic inspection for buildings with 400A+ electrical service undergoing recertification in Miami-Dade or Broward County. PE-signed report accepted by all municipalities — no additional sign-offs needed.
Preventative Maintenance Inspection
Annual or biannual thermographic surveys for commercial buildings, condominiums, and industrial facilities — identify developing electrical issues before they become emergencies. Required by NFPA 70B.
Residential Thermographic Inspection
Infrared inspection of electrical panels, roof structure, and building envelope for luxury homes and residential properties — detecting hidden moisture, heat loss, and electrical anomalies.
Insurance Risk Assessment
PE-signed thermographic reports satisfy insurance carrier requirements (including FM Global Data Sheet 5-20) and support policy binding, renewal, and claims documentation.
Post-Repair Verification
Follow-up thermographic inspection after electrical repairs to verify that hot spots have been resolved and equipment is operating within safe thermal parameters.
Milestone Inspection Compliance
Thermographic inspection component for Florida Milestone Inspections — satisfying the electrical assessment requirements under Senate Bill 4-D for condominiums 30+ years old.
Level II Thermographers +
PE License. No Other Firm
Needed.
The Only Combination Municipalities Require
Miami-Dade and Broward require the thermographic report to be signed and sealed by a Licensed PE — and performed by a Level II Thermographer. At GCE, both qualifications exist in-house. No coordination between two firms, no delays, one report accepted everywhere.
Professional FLIR-Grade Equipment
Our inspections use calibrated FLIR professional infrared cameras — not consumer-grade equipment. Proper calibration is critical for accurate temperature readings on small targets like wire lugs from a safe inspection distance.
Part of Your Complete Recertification
GCE handles both the structural inspection and the thermographic inspection for your recertification — one firm, one point of contact, one submission to the building department. Simpler and faster for your building.
Fast Report Turnaround
Thermographic inspection reports delivered within 24–48 hours of the site visit — PE-signed, municipality-formatted, and ready for submission with your recertification package.
From Scheduling to
Approved Report in 4 Steps
A simple, fast process designed around your building's recertification schedule.
Contact Us & Schedule
Tell us your building address and service amperage. We schedule the inspection within 24–48 hours.
Equipment Survey
We identify and document all electrical equipment to be inspected per BORA guidelines before the thermal scan.
Infrared Thermal Scan
Level II Thermographer performs the complete infrared scan under load — capturing thermal images of all required equipment.
PE-Signed Report Delivery
Complete written report with annotated thermal images, findings, and PE seal — delivered within 24–48 hours and ready for municipality submission.
Level II Thermographic Inspection Services in Miami-Dade & Broward County
Ganem Consulting Engineering (GCE) provides Level II Certified Thermographic Inspection services for commercial buildings, condominiums, and multifamily properties throughout South Florida. Our infrared electrical inspections are required by Miami-Dade County Section 8-11(f) and Broward County BORA guidelines for buildings with electrical service of 400 amperes or greater undergoing 40-year, 50-year, or 60-year building recertification. Every GCE thermographic inspection report is signed and sealed by a Florida Licensed Professional Engineer — fully accepted by all municipalities in Miami-Dade and Broward County including the City of Miami, Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Aventura, North Miami, Hialeah, Doral, Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Hallandale Beach, Pembroke Pines, Miramar, and Coral Springs.
GCE's unique advantage is the combination of Level II Thermographer certification and Professional Engineering licensure under one roof. Many buildings fail their recertification thermographic inspection requirement because the inspector is not properly certified or the report is not PE-signed. With GCE, your thermographic inspection report satisfies every requirement imposed by Miami-Dade's Board of Rules and Appeals and Broward's building department — with no additional third-party sign-offs needed. Our FLIR professional-grade infrared cameras are properly calibrated per ASNT SNT-TC-1A standards, ensuring accurate temperature measurements on all critical electrical components including switchgear, panelboards, transformers, transfer switches, VFDs, starters, and busways.
Beyond building recertification, GCE's thermographic inspections serve property managers, insurance carriers, and facility engineers as part of annual preventative maintenance programs required by NFPA 70B — detecting overheating connections, phase imbalances, overloaded conductors, and failing equipment before they cause fires, outages, or costly emergency repairs.
Request a Thermographic Inspection
We respond within 24 business hours. For urgent recertification deadlines, call us directly at (786) 916-6546.
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