These resources are designed for builders, contractors, inspectors, and construction professionals who need practical guidance on moisture management in wood construction. Learn about acceptable moisture levels in framing lumber, OSB moisture testing, common construction moisture problems, prevention strategies, and how to choose and use moisture meters to help protect the quality and durability of your projects.
If you work in construction, you’ve probably seen people using moisture meters. But they’re not one size fits all. Let’s walk through choosing the best moisture meter for your needs.
Wood framing in construction isn’t as precise and detailed as woodworking projects are. After all, you’re not carving scrolls and fine curves into it like you would for furniture or instruments. Most of the time, you don’t even see it in a finished building.
Oriented strand board (OSB) is a popular engineered wood product in North America.
Wondering why the wooden boards in your construction project are swelling? Getting calls from clients about damage to their homes?
What if there were a crucial aspect of construction that you, as a general contractor or builder, were neglecting? Some crucial measures can prevent these issues. We’ll walk through them in the context of the construction industry.
Whether warped door openings, loose joints and fastenings, or mold, the construction business is often liable, unfortunately.