Structural Drying Services
Scientific structural drying services across Australia. Our IICRC-certified technicians use thermal imaging, psychrometric calculations, and daily monitoring to ensure your property is dried to safe moisture levels.
Our Structural Drying Process
Moisture Mapping
Comprehensive moisture mapping using thermal imaging cameras and pin/pinless moisture meters to identify all affected areas, including hidden moisture in cavities and subfloors.
Drying Plan Development
A customised drying plan is developed based on psychrometric calculations, material types, and environmental conditions to achieve optimal drying efficiency.
Monitored Drying
Industrial dehumidifiers, air movers, and specialty drying systems are deployed with daily moisture readings to track progress against target levels.
Verification & Clearance
Final moisture verification confirms all materials have reached acceptable levels per IICRC S500 standards. A clearance certificate is issued for your records and insurance.
Advanced Structural Drying Solutions
Thermal Imaging Assessment
FLIR thermal imaging cameras detect hidden moisture behind walls, under floors, and in ceiling cavities that cannot be seen with the naked eye.
Desiccant Dehumidification
High-capacity desiccant dehumidifiers for large-scale and low-temperature drying applications where refrigerant systems are less effective.
Injectidry Cavity Drying
Specialised Injectidry systems inject warm, dry air directly into wall cavities, cabinetry, and enclosed spaces for targeted structural drying.
HEPA Air Filtration
HEPA-filtered air scrubbers remove airborne mould spores, dust, and contaminants during the drying process, maintaining indoor air quality.
Daily Moisture Monitoring
Technicians take daily moisture readings at documented test points, providing you with progress reports and adjusting equipment placement as needed.
Psychrometric Calculations
Scientific psychrometric analysis ensures optimal temperature, humidity, and airflow conditions for the fastest and most thorough drying outcome.
Why Professional Drying Matters
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does structural drying take?
Most residential structural drying projects take 3-5 days. Commercial properties and severe water damage may require 5-10 days. Duration depends on materials affected, water volume, and environmental conditions.
Why can't I just open windows to dry my property?
Natural drying is unreliable and often too slow to prevent mould growth. Professional drying uses controlled dehumidification to extract moisture faster than evaporation alone, with monitoring to confirm safe moisture levels.
What is psychrometric drying?
Psychrometric drying uses scientific calculations of temperature, humidity, and air movement to create the optimal drying environment. This approach dries structures faster and more thoroughly than trial-and-error methods.
How do you know when drying is complete?
We take moisture readings at documented test points daily and compare them to the IICRC S500 target moisture levels for each material type. Drying is complete only when all readings meet or fall below these targets.
Does insurance cover structural drying?
Yes. Most Australian insurance policies cover structural drying as part of water damage restoration. We provide comprehensive documentation including moisture maps, daily readings, and a clearance certificate for your claim.
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