How to Use a Damp Meter for Thorough Surveys

April 27, 2023

When it comes to completing a building survey for dampness, there's one element that matters more than anything else: thoroughness.

WME/Wood Moisture Equivalent: A Home Inspector’s Guide + Chart

April 21, 2023

Moisture can be a troublesome thing, especially in buildings. Able to travel through and saturate substances, it can cause plenty of problems inside..

[Inspector's Guide] Measuring Condensation in Buildings

April 11, 2023

Sometimes it doesn't take much to size up a dampness issue.

Detecting the Difference Between Rising Damp Vs. Condensation

March 1, 2023

By initial appearances, concrete and cement seem one and the same.

[Concrete Flooring] Calcium Chloride Moisture Tests Vs. In Situ Tests

February 15, 2023

If concrete has a natural enemy, there's no question that it's moisture.

[Material Evaluation] Moisture Meter for Wood

December 20, 2022

(Editor's Note: This is the third installment of a series that examines building materials and the moisture meters needed for accurate measurements.

Condensation Dampness & Cold Weather | Stopping a Seasonal Pairing

December 9, 2022

Winter is coming. Be on the lookout for condensation thanks to the perfect storm that is the combination of: Cold weather High heating costs ..

Taking Moisture Meter Readings & Staying Safe

November 28, 2022

Taking Moisture Meter Readings While Avoiding Health and Safety Hazards There’s hardly a profession or job that doesn’t have its risks to a..