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Drying of the Building Structure

Drying of the Building Structure. Introduction. Definition of Building Drying. Why dry the building? What does building drying involve? Who should dry the building? 2 Building Drying Projects. Summary. Definition – ‘Building Drying’.

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Drying of the Building Structure

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  1. Drying of the Building Structure Drizair (QLD) P/L ABN: 59 067 074 953 Aug 2009

  2. Introduction • Definition of Building Drying. • Why dry the building? • What does building drying involve? • Who should dry the building? • 2 Building Drying Projects. • Summary. Drizair (QLD) P/L ABN: 59 067 074 953 Aug 2009

  3. Definition – ‘Building Drying’ • Building Drying is the mechanical removal of abnormal moisture from building structural materials within the building envelope, so that their normal Equilibrium Moisture Content (EMC) for that environment is achieved. • Drying of flooring – concrete sub flooring, tiled floors & wood flooring. • Drying of walls including wood framing, gyprock, block & brick walls. • Drying of cavities – within kitchens, vanities, built-in storage & more. Drizair (QLD) P/L ABN: 59 067 074 953 Aug 2009

  4. Why dry the building? The removal of abnormal moisture prevents: • Secondary damage • Degradation of materials • Mould & related health issues • Expensive replacement & rebuilding costs • Expensive Business interruption • Lessens inconvenience to building occupants Drizair (QLD) P/L ABN: 59 067 074 953 Aug 2009

  5. What does building drying involve? • Initial Mitigation • Inspection & Report • Drying plan with consideration for occupants • Installation & Monitoring • Job Completion Drizair (QLD) P/L ABN: 59 067 074 953 Aug 2009

  6. Initial Mitigation Initial mitigation could include: • Engage carpet cleaner to remove excess water • Engage clean up crew • Removal of mud/silt • Removal of contaminated/damaged contents • Removal of wall linings, carpeting, flooring, & cabinetry. • Related hygiene requirements Drizair (QLD) P/L ABN: 59 067 074 953 Aug 2009

  7. Inspection & Report Building Inspection - Should be carried out in every situation as a minimum standard. • Seeking visible signs of moisture using Thermal imaging (infrared camera). Drizair (QLD) P/L ABN: 59 067 074 953 Aug 2009

  8. Inspection & Report • Testing for moisture content - Penetrating & non-penetrating calibrated moisture meters. • Specific Meters, Moisture Probes, Boroscopes. Drizair (QLD) P/L ABN: 59 067 074 953 Aug 2009

  9. Installation & Monitoring Drizair (QLD) P/L ABN: 59 067 074 953 Aug 2009

  10. Job completion When the building materials are dry, we: • Pack up. • Produce Drying Certificate & Sanitation Certificate. • Engage further services where required, e.g. • Carpet & upholstery cleaning, tile cleaning. Drizair (QLD) P/L ABN: 59 067 074 953 Aug 2009

  11. Who should dry the building? Experienced & Qualified technicians with: • the right building inspection tools & moisture detection instruments. • the ability to interpret readings relating to that particular building envelope. • an extensive inventory of drying equipment to be equipped appropriately for any job. • an understanding of clients needs. Drizair (QLD) P/L ABN: 59 067 074 953 Aug 2009

  12. Project 1 – Spotlight Mackay Drizair (QLD) P/L ABN: 59 067 074 953 Aug 2009

  13. Project 2 – Two Schools, Mackay Drizair (QLD) P/L ABN: 59 067 074 953 Aug 2009

  14. Summary • Further Information: • BSA web site – www.bsa.qld.gov.au– publications • RIA web site – www.restorationindustry.org– technical library • Drizair website – www.drizair.com.au Drizair (QLD) P/L ABN: 59 067 074 953 Aug 2009

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