[Flooring Installation] Concrete Floors and Moisture

June 1, 2023

In this two-part series, we're examining moisture's relationship with flooring and how to prevent major issues caused by it. Check out our other..

A Look at  ASTM F-2170 & Why it's Important

May 8, 2023

There are some things that just need to be done a certain way.

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..

[Building Surveyor'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.

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..