Drying of the Building Structure Drizair QLD PL

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

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

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

Why dry the building? The removal of abnormal moisture prevents: • Secondary damage Ø Ø 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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