Moisture
can severely dent your home, office, and other structures made up of concrete.
Though, there are present various solutions that do the waterproofing of
concrete structure, if you mix them in the mortar mixture at the time of
construction. But, a steady source of wetness may break that waterproofing with
the passage of time. So, what’s the rock-solid solution with which you can
safeguard your building from moisture and dampness?
Well, to
the utmost, it should be made sure that there are no leaks, cracks or other
structural defects in the building, during the construction period.
Additionally, if some signs of moisture have surfaced with the course of time,
they should be immediately checked and removed, using proper methods and means.
Calcium
Chloride Test
This
critical test signifies the level of moisture, or the condition of the concrete
slab, affected by dampness or water. It is one of the essential tests, if you
are looking forward to install new flooring in an existing structure.
Core
Testing
One of
the very useful testing methods, core testing connotes the core
components of a slab sample. It utters more about the condition and the effects
of those constituents of the concrete mix.
Further, there are various other test procedures - F2170
Concrete in-situ RH and F2420 Concrete Surface RH – that are used
for moisture testing in concrete blocks.
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