How HVAC Affects Concrete Moisture Tests

Jason Spangler, Vice President of Sales for Wagner Meters, explains why the HVAC needs to be running when you test a concrete slab for moisture, including for relative humidity testing.

ASTM F2170 requires the test area to be at service conditions, meaning the temperature and humidity the building will have once occupied. Beyond that requirement, the room’s ambient conditions and the relative humidity inside the slab are directly related.

To learn more, read 8 Reasons to Turn on Your HVAC.

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