Thread starter Saltings; Start date Jul 11, 2017; Saltings. Testing is carried out by the way of a hand held non-invasive meter called a Trotec T650. Add to Compare. The Trotec Moisture Meter is designed to detect the moisture in timber or wood, Gib board, concrete surfaces. The pad type moisture meter is non-invasive in nature and requires only surface contact with the wood to obtain a reading. Posted in Moisture Damage Tagged with invasive moisture meter, invasive test. Surprisingly! When it comes to seeing of there's moisture ingress on walls or decking, you can't go past a quality instrument like this one. Invasive moisture testing requires the owner’s written permission and is stage two of weather tightness reporting. Find Scandia Moisture Meter at Bunnings Warehouse. Our Services: ----- The question was … “If our home was built before the leaky home era, does that mean the timber behind our walls won’t…Read more Invasive Moisture Meter Test Reveals Wet Rotting Timber › Tramex Moisture detection meters, digital hygrometers, probes and thermal imaging that detects moisture in walls, concrete and wood. An invasive moisture meter is more sensitive than the non-invasive device as it takes the reading from inside the timber framing where there is no air flow and is normally the last place to dry out. Where moisture levels in excess of 25 – 30% moisture content are recorded, we will generally recommend that an invasive investigation is undertaken to check the structural integrity. The Protimeter BLD5365 Surveymaster can help building professionals—such as contractors, surveyors, home … Add to Compare. If you suspect that your property or one you are thinking of buying has a leak or damp issues make sure moisture testing is included in your inspection. Featuring the Tramex MEP moisture meter for non-invasive testing, the tramex CMEX2 digital concrete moisture meter, the Hygro-i probe for testing relative humidity, and an infrared surface thermometer. This dual-function device can provide a measurement of moisture in indoor air and small gardens. Non-Invasive moisture meter will not detect or measure moisture through any electrically conductive materials including metal sheeting or cladding, black EPDM roofing, butyl roofing, aluminum siding or wet surfaces. Integrated wood menu identifies the types and temperature of the timber. If further investigation is recommended, BSure Group is also equipped to conduct invasive testing with owners consent. 4 hour rate $50.60 24 hour rate $63.25 The Protimeter BLD5365 Dual-Function, versatile pin and non-invasive Moisture Meter is ergonomically designed for easy, one-handed operation to measure moisture in buildings and other related structures both on and below the surface. Protimeter Moisture Meter Needle Pins 2 Pack . Easy-to-use non-invasive moisture measurement The Aquant measures relative moisture levels up to ½ inch or 20 mm deep using radio frequency energy. The hole is then covered with a … Non invasive moisture meter. A moisture meter or a damp meter is a portable instrument designed for measuring the moisture levels in a range of building materials including wood, concrete, brick, and plasterboard. Skip to content. City Line Ir can undertake full invasive inspections, this would be undertaken after a full Infrared inspection so as to pin point the worse areas and limit the amount of invasive testing needed. A full invasive examination may require the exterior cladding or interior wall / ceiling linings to be temporarily removed to view the full extent of the problem. Early detection of moisture or water damage is essential. Types of invasive testing: – Drilling holes in walls (inside and outside) to take moisture meter readings (b) invasive type - a pair of holes is drilled, either from inside or outside (I don't consider a thermal imaging camera to be a "moisture meter" by any stretch of the imagination, this tool is discussed here ) Typical initial moisture surveys can increase inspection time by up to 60%, but the ReachMaster Pro makes measurements of floors, hard to … Moisture readings, unless otherwise stated are taken with a non-invasive moisture meter, so they are not the exact moisture readings of the framework. Moisture testing will often form part of the inspection process. Woodworking industries, such as furniture makers, use wood moisture meters to insure a quality product. $10.00. Protimeter ReachMaster Pro Non-Invasive Moisture Meter-0 . Product code: IC-BLD5365. Share Followers 0. Testo 616 Contact Moisture Meter. International leaders in the design and production of Moisture Meters, Scanners and Data Loggers, with a reputation for the highest standards in quality and innovation. While not typically associated with electronics, this moisture meter is a handy addition to any home handyman's arsenal. LCD display indicating the moisture level on a bar graph; This Stanley Moisture Meter runs on 4 x AAA batteries (included) and is designed for measuring masonry (mortar, concrete, plaster) moisture from 0.2% to 2.0% and wood moisture from 6% to 44%. I have been using non-invasive moisture meters for moisture inspections for a number of years now and have found that there are a number of traps for beginners. Over 100 … Moisture testing is carried out on all properties and is concentrated mostly around exterior doors and windows, showers and other potential risk areas. This requires a small hole to be made in the wall so a moisture meter can be used directly on the area in question. After a visual inspection your assessor will be likely to test for moisture behind the cladding with a non-invasive meter. Further internal testing beneath high risk flashing details and wet room areas is carried out as part this survey. Add to Cart. 4 | INS5777B - 05/2020 1. PROTIMETER SurveyMaster Dual-Function Moisture Meter - IC-BLD5365. An easy-to-read digital display is synchronized with a color-coded LED scale for quick assessment. This kit is based around the Protimeter SurveyMaster dual-function moisture meter. How to use a moisture meter for moisture inspections in NZ? I have been using non-invasive moisture meters for moisture inspections for a number of years now and have found that there are a number of traps for beginners. During a recent infrared moisture inspection test, we had an interesting question arise from a home owner…. 'Non-Invasive Moisture Testing', using the Protimeter Surveymaster to manually review internal wall surface areas of external walls using the 'Capacitance' Dielectric field method. When moisture exists around us, the expected moisture meter is not only for wood and building materials. This will enable accurate recording of the moisture content in the framing and likelihood of decay existing. $1,150.00. The 2.7 Inch TFT touch screen resists scratches and consists of high contrast graphics for a better view. To confirm the possibility of moisture in your framing holes will need to be drilled to allow probes to be inserted. Reply to this topic; Start new topic; Recommended Posts. ... call 1300 964 137 (NZ 0800600167) to confirm. This type of meter is regularly tested and calibrated as per the manufacturer’s instructions and a certificate when the meter was last calibrated is included within the report. Add to Cart. The ReachMaster Pro is a non-invasive moisture meter enabling the rapid assessment of moisture conditions in buildings. [7] [8] The non-invasive meter creates a low-frequency electrical wave between the two pads and measures the electrical properties of the wood, similar to the invasive pin-type meter. How to use a Moisture Meter for Moisture Inspections in NZ? The photo to our left shows the cladding removed with extensive rot damaged framing clearly evident. Displays moisture content in % by weight in comparison to the dry mass of wood, screed, concrete, brick; Phynix Ferrous/Non Ferrous Coating Thickness Tester (Australia) Precise thickness measurement of a wide variety of surface … The leaky building syndrome has required us to evaluate plaster homes built in the 1990s to 2004 differently than most. Non-invasive moisture testing. Detect-A-Leak: Moisture meters for home moisture inspections. It is used where there are identified risks or issues. Visit your local store for the widest range of outdoor living products. A moisture meter is an essential instrument used in many industries to detect moisture content in materials. More emphasis is put into finding leaks or the potential for the building to become a leaky home in future. Service, repairs, calibration. Non-Invasive Moisture Meter Non-Invasive Moisture Meter. By twerki78, November 1, 2012 in Caravan Chat. All non-invasive moisture meter testing involves the use of a capacitance meter using an electromagnetic signal that leaves absolutely no marks on either the interior or exterior of the building. If the invasive moisture meter reading still comes up high, ... or any home in NZ, a thermal imaging and moisture test should be seriously considered PRIOR to going unconditional on the property contract to detect any signs of moisture! Why do we need moisture meters? The moisture tests are carried out in the first instance using a non-invasive (i.e non-probe) moisture meter. To be clear, invasive testing uses a moisture meter that invasively penetrates into usually enclosed timber framing to obtain moisture readings. Add to Cart. This non-invasive moisture meter can find moisture in ¾ inches below the surface without being affected by the surface water. Introduzione Il Protimeter ReachMaster Pro è un dispositivo non invasivo per la misurazione dell’umidità collocato su un’asta Sep 12, 2016 227 32 Buckinghamshire, U.K. Funster No 45,087 MH Chasson C626 Flash Exp since 2115 Jul 11, 2017 #1 Has anyone had experience with the following moisture meter sold on Amazon: Posted November 1, 2012. twerki78. COVID-19 COVID-19 Updates here Our stores in Greater Auckland are now open under Level 2 restrictions. twerki78. each. This may be on request from at the time of booking an inspection, or may become part of the inspection through the discovery of potential leaking problems. Home and building inspectors rely on moisture meters to identify potential problems and damage to structures from moisture buildup.