Building Material Moisture Content Investigations
Moisture Content Results
Color coded drawings are generated that identify moisture content variations of different materials. Moisture scales are provided on each drawing to identify elevated moisture. Red areas are high moisture while blue areas are low moisture.
Sources of Moisture
Based upon this information, the causes and sources of elevated moisture are identified. Sources such as roof leaks, window leaks, exterior finish leaks at terminations, roof leaks, elevated soil moisture passing through the floor slab, plumbing leaks, improper operation of the HVAC system, inadequate attic ventilation, and the like are common.
The following examples identify the moisture contents of various materials and causes of damages.
Vacek LLC, formerly Vacek Group, is a Houston area structural and architectural engineering company established in 1994. The company offers years of experience to insurance companies, attorneys, architects and the private sector.
