Of course, someone figured out how to turn a phone into a thermal-imaging camera and sell it for about $300. Locate leaks and drafts in HVAC, loose wire connections, drafty electrical devices, and tons of other problems.

Oh look, what a surprise. A drafty duct.
Oh look, what a surprise. A drafty duct.
In this case Seek says it’s detecting a loose connection. Devices. Of course, are famously poorly detailed by insulators and less than on the ball remodelers.
In this case Seek says it’s detecting a loose connection. Devices. Of course, are famously poorly detailed by insulators and less than on the ball remodelers.

Made for both iOS and Android, the Seek thermal imaging camera plugs into your phone or tablet, enabling you to take photos and video, share findings, and send for documentation. Connect, and detect energy loss caused by air leaks, missing or damaged insulation—Seek doesn’t say cold spots caused by water leaks, but thermal is thermal—inefficient HVAC systems, electrical faults, and more. Seek Compact cameras are engineered to run on low power from a phone’s battery.

Addicted to the camera’s near-magic revelations? Check out these tips from JLC on adding energy audits to your bag of tricks.