Re: CleanliNEST by Sanit Aire

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Hi Barb,

Several types of moisture monitoring can be done. The simplest is the use of a

moisture meter (there are pin probe meters and radio frequency meters- most have

a combination of both methods).

An inspector can do a moisture profile using the moisture meter on perimeter

walls, around windows, on ceilings under plumbing, and other suspect areas.

This can be especially important if basement walls are finished and intermittent

water intrusion occurs from outside. It is not always visible.

Another good tool to assist in moisture profiles in an infra red camera, which

will show very small temperature differentials. All temperature differences are

not water, but it certainly can help in identifying where to put a moisture

meter. Depending on the climate, measurements often must be done in the early

morning when indoor and outdoor temperatures are different.

If you have just purchased a home, a moisture profile is a good idea to document

current conditions - this can be very useful if you ever have a water loss and

the insurance company questions whether conditions are chronic or pre-existing.

Good home inspectors and mold inspection companies can perform moisture

profiles. Some of my clients have purchased moisture meters.

Professional Equipment is one source. They have a good website.

Connie Morbach, M.S., CHMM, CIE

Sanit-Air, Inc.

cleanlinest.wordpress.com

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> Connie,

> In the bulletin I get there is a clean air checklist. Number 3 is:

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> " Keep rain and groundwater outside.

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> Have an inspection that includes moisture monitoring to document conditions. "

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> What is " moisture monitoring " and what kind of documentation is done for

conditions and who does that?

> Thank you.

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