24/7 Emergency Service
What Do Moisture Meters Do?
5/9/2022 (Permalink)
The top meter in this image is an expamle of a pin-less moisture meter. The bottom meter is an example of a pin-type moisture meter.
Moisture meters are a staple tool in the remediation industry. It is used to detect moisture in all types of materials. Moisture meters fall into three categories: pin-type, pin-less, and all-in-one.
Depending on what type of meter is being used the moisture content is displayed in either analog or digital readings. Moisture content is always displayed in percentages (%MC). If a moisture meter is calibrated for wood the scale typically ranges from 5%MC-40%MC. If it is calibrated for other materials the scale typically ranges from 0%MC-100%MC. Some meters offer a third scale for reading gypsum. Moisture meters calibrated for reading gypsum are recommended for use on sheetrock and the scale ranges from 0.2%MC to 50%MC.
Detecting the moisture levels in your water-damaged property is one of the first steps in the remediation process. It is also something our technicians monitor daily until the materials have completely dried out.
If you have experienced water damage on your property. Call our office immediately at 772-770-0501. Our team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We are here to help!
SERVPRO of Vero Beach
772-770-0501