Stud And/or Timber Moisture Readers
I am looking for your expertise and help.... I have an immediate need for a reasonable stud/timber moisture reader. The primary use will be measuring wood joists in crawl spaces and moisture prone areas. I am looking for a simple to use hand held unit that is relatively accurate and not too expensive. The device will be used by our field service, so it will be on a fleet vehicle with other tools and a small foot-print and a case would be nice.
Please post your ideas ans/or products and your experiences.
Please post your ideas ans/or products and your experiences.
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We have used these as loggers in the past but never on residential construction. Usually the moist areas are obvious. On new construction most of the lumber is wet
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