Category Archives: Mdu Probe System

The importance of a good QA System

Posted on September 17, 2011 by SUGPC

When you’re making a big decision – it pays to get it right There are lots of examples of important decisions to make. To some its maintenance – when should we repaint? This year or next? To others recladding is … Continue reading →

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House gains CCC through DBH Determination despite having non-acceptable solutions

Posted on September 17, 2011 by SUGPC

House gains CCC through Government (DBH) Determination The Mdu Probe System was installed to prove weathertightness rather than change the detail to an Acceptable Solution as desired by Council. This determination (2005/147 – an Addendum to Determination 2004/77) showed that … Continue reading →

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Leaks and Peace of Mind found

Posted on September 17, 2011 by SUGPC

Moisture Detection was introduced to Margaret through her building company after leaks were visually identified in her house. With the use of the Mdu System further leaks were identified and all repairs were monitored to ensure success. The Mdu House … Continue reading →

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Reclad with CCC still had rot and leaks left – new homeowner carrying the can

Posted on September 17, 2011 by SUGPC

From the current homeowner (1 September 2008): “My property is a two storey townhouse, the original dwelling built approx 6 years ago, with addition added approx 3 years ago. Was originally plaster clad, and has since been re-clad with weatherboard/plywood. … Continue reading →

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New Homes with Fungally Attacked Timber

Posted on September 17, 2011 by SUGPC

These houses are timely reminders of the importance of protecting exposed timber framing during all facets of production and construction until enclosure as well as the importance of treatment chemicals in protecting its structural integrity during this process #839 , … Continue reading →

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2009 Mdu Probe Comparative Analysis Report

Posted on September 17, 2009 by SUGPC

2009 Mdu Probe Comparative Analysis Report Comparative study; between two WSG reports on the same house using conventional invasive investigation and an investigation based on a moisture detection probes installation In 2009, a report was commissioned by the Department of … Continue reading →

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2008-43 Use of Mdu Probes during Determination

Posted on September 17, 2008 by SUGPC

2008-43 Use of Mdu Probes during Determination The Use and verification of Mdu Probe moisture readings and timber sample analysis by a suitably qualified building expert and laboratory shows the reliability and use of the Mdu Probe System In this … Continue reading →

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2005 Verification of moisture probe in different wood samples

Posted on September 17, 2005 by SUGPC

Verification of moisture probe in different wood samples Objective was to verify the Moisture Probe readings back to dry weight with different woods and types of treatment Results showed Mdu Probes gave more accurate Moisture Content measurements compared to surface … Continue reading →

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2003 Insitu moisture monitoring of existing houses via Mdu Probes

Posted on September 17, 2003 by SUGPC

Insitu moisture monitoring of existing houses via Mdu Probes Objective was to establish building performance in an economic way To begin measuring MC of actual houses as a cheaper option than Wall Signature testing. Are buildings compliant? Testing what councils … Continue reading →

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