qtrmiler347
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I am probably going to buy one, since an expert is a few hundred dollars to come out anyway on a one-time deal. I believe it's one of those things that's good to have and use occasionally for peace of mind.
Please recommend a moisture detection tool.........
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There are lots of choices, but the inexpensive ones ( under $100) are mainly for the higher levels moisture measured in wood. By the time plaster or drywall gets to 5% moisture, you don't need a meter to tell you because you can poke your finger through it@!
There are lots of choices, but the inexpensive ones ( under $100) are mainly for the higher levels moisture measured in wood. By the time plaster or drywall gets to 5% moisture, you don't need a meter to tell you because you can poke your finger through it@!
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quote; I believe it's one of those things that's good to have and use occasionally for peace of mind.
I don't know. I have gotten by for over 70 years WITHOUT one and still have peace of mind. What is your problem that you even need one ONCE, much less "occasionally"?
I don't know. I have gotten by for over 70 years WITHOUT one and still have peace of mind. What is your problem that you even need one ONCE, much less "occasionally"?
If you're building houses it would be nice to make sure your lumber has dried out enough before you drywall... Beyond that, if your drywall is wet enough to require testing, you're probably only confirming your worst fear anyways.
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quote; If you're building houses it would be nice to make sure your lumber has dried out enough before you drywall...
And WHO, other than someone building his own house, is going to delay construction while the lumber "dries out"?
And WHO, other than someone building his own house, is going to delay construction while the lumber "dries out"?
You live in Arizona, you wouldn't understand.
I guess you've never walked into a "new" home, looked up and seen 75% of the screws holding the board to the ceiling joists popped?
The people who do this are craftsmen, people who care about the quality of homes they build, and if it means a week lead time for the drywaller, so be it.
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