Moisture Matters Blog

Tom Laurenzi

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Should You Repair or Replace Your Moisture Meter?

Moisture meters can be powerful tools for contractors to use on the job. These rugged devices enable the collection of moisture content readings from various building materials, giving contractors an idea of whether or not said materials are at risk for moisture damage. Read More

The Benefits of an All-in-One Moisture Meter

Depending on what project you are working on, moisture detection may require only one specific type of moisture testing device such as a: Read More

Choosing the Right Moisture Meter for Your Needs

Moisture can be a major concern for a variety of industries, such as: Read More

Top 3 Moisture Meters for Winter Water Damage Restoration Jobs

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Moisture Meters and Winter Water Damage Restoration

Winter in the U.S. is a time for getting together with family, bundling up by an open fire (or radiator, as the case may be) and sharing some holiday cheer. Unfortunately, winter is also a time severe water damage might occur. Read More

3 Signs You Need a New Moisture Meter

A good moisture meter should be designed for durability due to the sometimes rough nature of their operating environment. Delmhorst’s moisture meters are known for their ruggedness and longevity of withstanding rough work condition with some proper care (storage, ... Read More

What is ASTM-F-2170, and How do Concrete RH Sensors Figure into it?

Odds are that, if you’re a flooring contractor or inspector, you’re already familiar with the ASTM-F-2170 standard for measuring moisture in concrete. This testing method for concrete has been the industry standard for years now, allowing flooring specialists to ... Read More

4 Reasons to Use a Digital Moisture Meter

For decades, moisture meters have been used by professionals in the farming, restoration, woodworking, and flooring industries to check the moisture content (%MC) of the materials they work with. Read More

What is Moisture Gradient, and How Can You Measure it?

For many moisture measuring applications, simply knowing the highest moisture content of a given material is enough to help guide your decisions. An example of this would be when testing drywall in restoration work. Here, if the moisture content is high, then the ... Read More

How to Separate Moisture Meter Readings by Room or Job

When taking moisture content readings, professionals such as restoration specialists or flooring contractors might need to be able to thoroughly track the moisture readings they take by specific rooms or jobs. Read More