Understand the issue
What this means for your floor
The appropriate test method and acceptable condition depend on the substrate, flooring product and manufacturer requirements. Moisture evaluation helps determine whether the next step is installation, additional preparation or work by another qualified provider.
What can change the recommendation?
Substrate typeInspect and measure the condition before selecting a repair. Separate surface preparation from damaged material or structural movement and record the agreed limits of work.
Test methodIdentify this item during the assessment and retain the relevant photos or product records. Make the assumption explicit in the written scope instead of treating it as automatically included.
Product limitsIdentify this item during the assessment and retain the relevant photos or product records. Make the assumption explicit in the written scope instead of treating it as automatically included.
Moisture sourceRecord the source, affected layers and relevant readings. Confirm that the condition is resolved and the next flooring step is permitted before covering the assembly.