ACI Home Performance Conference 2008

FEED 8 - Moisture Diagnostics

Thursday, April 10, 2008 · 10:30 AM - 12:10 PM

Find out how to use moisture meters and other instruments, including thermal imaging in moisture problem investigation. Learn from case studies that illustrate that common sense, stain patterns, and smoke flows can help show how moisture can migrate in attics, crawl spaces, and wall and ceiling cavities. Explore the relationship of relative humidity to moisture content and mold growth.

By attending this session, participants will

Review types of moisture-measuring instruments and how they are used
Gain insight to the relationship of relative humidity to moisture content and mold growth
Learn moisture diagnostic theory in a practical framework through case studies

Keyword(s): building science, case studies, diagnostics, equipment, moisture, moisture meters, mold, relative humidity, stains, thermal imaging
Type: 100 Minute Session
Track: Assessment, Diagnostics, & Feedback
CEU: American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI) Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI) National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI)

Course Presenter(s):

Jeffrey May

Previous Page Back to Top