Moisture Testing

Moisture testing

Moisture testing for wood subfloors

Test for moisture at several locations in the room.
Wooden subfloor moisture test should not exceed 12% and the difference between your subfloor boards should be less than 2% to 4% depending on the width of the board.
A high reading in one area indicates a problem that must be addressed.
Pay extra attention to exterior and plumbing walls

Moisture testing concrete

Before moisture testing begins the concrete must be cured for a minimum of 30 to 60 days.
Test for moisture at several locations in the room.
Use a moisture meter designed specifically for concrete.
Three types of moisture testing are Qualitative moisture test (moisture meter), Quantitative Moisture test (using probes) and Calcium Chloride test.
Various sealers are available to help control excessive moisture.
A high reading in one area indicates a problem that must be addressed.
Pay extra attention to exterior and plumbing walls

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