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That time I skipped the moisture test on a slab in Houston
It was a rush job in a new build, and the slab looked bone dry. I went ahead and glued down some engineered oak. Within two months, the homeowner called with major cupping. I had to eat the cost of a full redo. Learned my lesson the hard way about that Gulf Coast humidity. What's your go-to method for a quick but reliable moisture check when you're under pressure?
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ward.mason2d ago
Totally get the rush job pressure. So you always use a meter, but what specific reading do you need to see on that slab before you feel safe to proceed? Is there a magic number you trust, or do you also do a plastic sheet test as a backup check?
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brookep272d ago
Moisture meters are non-negotiable, even on a tight schedule. That quick scan can save you from a total disaster later. It's the only way to be sure.
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