Moisture Matters Blog

Monitoring moisture is an important part of a surprising number of industries. In many of these industries, the need for an accurate, quantifiable moisture content reading of a material is so great that professionals frequently use specialized equipment for detecting ... Read More

Especially during summertime and storm season, rain-filled days are likely to increase and moisture has the potential to greatly affect the integrity of both commercial and residential properties. And this damage doesn’t only compromise the security of the building, ... Read More

For building inspectors, contractors and restoration specialists, keeping buildings in tip-top shape is of the utmost importance. For contractors that come in to fix issues such as mold and water leaks, their main mission is to repair the problem and make the habitat ... Read More

Although moisture meters serve as a quick, accurate and effective way of keeping structures and various materials up to code, they can also break or fall down on the job. Like all machinery or intricate equipment, they need tender loving care in order to continue ... Read More

A high-quality moisture meter goes beyond simply detecting how much water is in a particular structure. They pinpoint the precise problematic spots hidden within or behind the surface to show areas of potential mold buildup. For thorough inspections to eliminate mold, ... Read More

Moisture meters are an integral part of doing business for many professionals. From insurance adjusters, to flooring or furniture specialists, to restoration experts, moisture meters are a vital tool. In fact, many of these professionals use moisture meters not only to ... Read More

For restoration professionals, the necessity of moisture meters on the job is beyond dispute. With these handy devices, restoration professionals can quickly identify the moisture content of building materials so that they can optimize their restoration efforts and ... Read More

A couple of years ago, Delmhorst Instrument Co. introduced a new pinless moisture meter to our customers: the TechScan pinless meter. Since the introduction of TechScan, it has proven to be a popular choice for building inspectors and restoration contractors who work ... Read More

Every winter, homes throughout America are exposed to prolonged periods of intense cold. Last winter saw an unusually long and intense chill sweep through the nation, lowering temperatures to levels far below what was typical of the winter season throughout most of the ... Read More

Sometimes, it’s important for flooring contractors, restoration specialists, and other professionals to thoroughly document the moisture readings that they take for future reference. As a practice, recording moisture measurements is a great way to demonstrate that you ... Read More