What is the moisture meter trying to tell us?

Abstract

Many surveyors are confused about the role and accuracy of moisture meters. Draws upon extensive field experience of their use and reports the findings of laboratory testing of various materials with the most frequently used moisture meter. The meter is tested in pin probe and “search” modes on timber, PFA block, lime plaster and plasterboard. The resulting graphs help to explain what the meter reading on screen actually means and can only help surveyors get more out of the meter to diagnose dampness more effectively.