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Category Archives: Mdu Probe System
Owner finds damage in the timber post-remediation after the re-installation of the Mdu Probes
Owner finds damage in the timber post-remediation after the re-installation of the Mdu Probes #49
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Owner gets unexpected benefits from Mdu Probe System installation
Owner gets unexpected benefit from Mdu Probe System installation John installed the Mdu Probe System into their new home as a means to speed their Code of Compliance process Documents John Peterson Testimonial 2006-10-29
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2008 Timber Moisture Contents in 800 New Zealand houses
Timber Moisture Contents in 800 New Zealand houses Wirtten by Bryan Holyoake and Ken Holyoake and published in 2008 at the Annual SCENZ conference at the University of Waikato. Documents Timber Moisture Contents in 800 New Zealand Homes – BD … Continue reading
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Repairs monitored and Peace of Mind found
Repairs monitored and Peace of Mind found Barry Gray came to Moisture Detection after first using other methods of house inspection. Using Mdu Probes he was able to accurately track the progress and ascertain the success of repairs he has … Continue reading
House gains CCC after long battle
House finally gains CCC after long battle Steven Brown approached Moisture Detection because of trouble gaining a Code of Compliance Certificate from the Auckland City Council. MDC installed the Mdu System and after submitting the Mdu House Report to Auckland … Continue reading
House gains CCC despite having non-acceptable solutions
House gains CCC despite having “non-acceptable” solutions Tarsha needed a Code of Compliance for her home and was told she may have to reclad. The Mdu System assisted Council to re-assess the house and the house was granted a CCC … Continue reading
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Does applying Framesaver affect the Mdu Probe moisture readings?
Does applying Framesaver affect the Mdu Probe readings? Treatment affects moisture content measurement, but to varying amounts Framesaver does have an impact on moisture readings. This is due to the salt and other additives leaving a residue in the timber, … Continue reading
5D’s of Weathertightness
5D’s of Weathertightness Documents 5D’s Wall Mositure Guide
How do you read the moisture?
How do you read the moisture? Once a Mdu Probe is installed, MDC connects an industry-standard resistance-based moisture meter (Protimeter Surveymaster) on resistance mode to read the moisture content of the timber at the location of installation.
How are the Mdu Probes installed?
How are the Mdu Probes installed? Mdu Probes are typically installed at the bottom of the wall, through the skirting boards. Other times Mdu Probes are installed through the cladding externally into links of the timber.