Part Two Avoiding Moisture Problems

Avoiding Moisture Problems

By: Bill Van der Meer

If a forced air system is present, use a manometer to
check for pressure differences between spaces in the
home and provide solutions if necessary. Agencies
have the ability and health and safety funds to
provide continuous mechanical ventilation and to a
reasonable extent manage bulk water problems.

Above all, an agency needs to know when to walk
away. They may not necessarily avoid liability
simply through a verbal agreement or sign off. As
building professionals, auditors and field technicians
should never encourage or allow a client to waive
health and safety in exchange for an energy
conservation measure.

If a client refuses a
recommended health and safety measure, such as
continuous mechanical ventilation, shell measures
should not be performed.