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Building Moisture and Durability

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Authors: Newport Partners, LLC    

Report Acceptance Date: October 2004 (115 pages)

Posted Date: March 22, 2006



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Moisture, in all its physical forms, is commonly regarded as the single greatest threat to durability and long-term performance of the housing stock. Excessive exposure to moisture is not only a common cause of significant damage to many types of building components and materials, it also can lead to unhealthy indoor living environments. A long list of serious adverse effects can result from moisture problems in houses. There is wide agreement that successful management of moisture in its various forms is essential for houses to be durable, safe, and energy efficient.

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