Title
Construction-generated moisture
Construction-generated moisture
Date
12/2021
12/2021
Author(s)
Mark Graham
Mark Graham
Page(s)
24-25
24-25
Keyword(s)
moisture; deterioration; moisture; vapor; drywall
moisture; deterioration; moisture; vapor; drywall
Abstract
The process of constructing buildings and certain building systems and finishes can result in the generation and release of relatively large amounts of moisture. Left unaccounted for and allowed to become entrapped within a building, this moisture can result in premature deterioration of some building systems and materials, including roof systems. Following is a brief discussion of some construction-generated moisture sources and examples of how their effects can be mitigated.
The process of constructing buildings and certain building systems and finishes can result in the generation and release of relatively large amounts of moisture. Left unaccounted for and allowed to become entrapped within a building, this moisture can result in premature deterioration of some building systems and materials, including roof systems. Following is a brief discussion of some construction-generated moisture sources and examples of how their effects can be mitigated.