Many roofs need to be replaced prematurely due to moisture damage from leaks and improper installation. Roof moisture surveys have a proven track record in finding damaged portions of roofing structure so they can be repaired before water damage rots your whole roof. Moisture Surveys locate the moisture your roof may be absorbing or is failing to keep out of your building. Areas of roof moisture contamination can be nebulous in shape and sometimes mottled in appearance, although they are commonly found in linear or puddle-like shapes. A moisture survey is the perfect application to inspect your roofing system for water or moisture. Moisture surveys are an accurate, cost-effective technique for detecting moisture damage in roofing systems. The survey pinpoints the extent of moisture damage and wet insulation within the roof. Surveys are used world-wide by building managers, facility managers, property managers, plant engineers and government agencies to accurately locate and quantify moisture trapped within commercial roofing assemblies. This is an ideal way to pinpoint what areas of the roof are retaining moisture which can lead to future problems. It is important to determine the source of moisture quickly and accurately and to identify areas for remediation and control.
Electronic moisture meters use a non-destructive technology to measure moisture. During operation, low-frequency signals are transmitted into the material being tested to measure the change in impedance caused by the presence of moisture. This reading is translated by the instrument into a moisture content reading. The resulting readings, properly interpreted can be used to assess areas of potential moisture. The findings are then verified by core samples.
A roof survey may also provide valuable information when a roof of any type is suspected of leaking. The survey can help to pinpoint troubled areas in need of attention. By locating the areas with the highest moisture, remediation efforts can be focused on the areas needing immediate attention and reduce the impact of mold proliferation. Todays building owners save hundreds of millions of dollars annually with scheduled roofing inspections. Call today for a free quote for nondestructive testing of your roof. Our inspection teams precisely mark out the damaged areas on the roof surface, so you can save tens, even hundreds of thousands of dollars in unnecessary repairs or replacement. Because the work is conducted during the day, scheduling and safety concerns are minimized. This report can be used in repair specifications with confidence. Electronic leak detection pinpoints breaches in roof and waterproofing membranes for less expensive, faster, safer, and more reliable testing than conventional methods.
