Hidden moisture is the most dangerous aspect of water damage. Water you can’t see causes mold growth, structural rot, and costly long-term damage that becomes apparent only after extensive deterioration occurs. Relief Remediation provides advanced moisture detection and removal in Marietta, GA using thermal imaging technology and industrial drying equipment that locates and eliminates moisture completely.
Our IICRC-certified technicians serve homes and businesses throughout Marietta including East Cobb, Historic Marietta Square, Windsor Oaks, and Indian Hills. We understand that Georgia’s humid climate makes thorough moisture detection and removal essential to prevent secondary damage.
Water follows the path of least resistance, traveling through building materials into areas where you can’t see it. This hidden moisture causes serious problems:
Mold Growth: Mold begins colonizing within 24-48 hours in Georgia’s humid climate. Hidden moisture in walls, under floors, and in ceiling cavities creates perfect conditions for extensive mold growth before discovery.
Structural Deterioration: Wood framing absorbs moisture and begins swelling, warping, and eventually rotting. This compromises structural integrity and requires costly repairs.
Material Damage: Drywall crumbles, insulation loses effectiveness, flooring buckles, and finishes deteriorate when moisture remains trapped in building materials.
Health Hazards: Mold and bacteria thriving in hidden moisture create indoor air quality problems affecting respiratory health, especially for children, elderly, and those with compromised immunity.
Decreased Property Value: Undetected moisture damage discovered during home sales significantly decreases property value and may prevent sale completion.
Professional moisture detection prevents these problems by locating hidden water before damage becomes extensive.
We begin with thorough thermal imaging scanning of all potentially affected areas. This includes not just obvious damage locations but adjacent spaces where moisture often migrates unnoticed.
Using pin-type moisture meters, we measure actual water content in materials throughout affected areas. These readings establish baseline moisture levels guiding restoration.
We pay special attention to areas where moisture commonly hides:
All findings are documented with:
This documentation supports insurance claims and provides restoration roadmap.
If standing or trapped water exists, we perform complete extraction using industrial equipment. Our emergency water extraction removes surface water before moisture removal begins.
Based on detection findings, we position industrial dehumidifiers and air movers strategically to remove moisture from all affected materials. Our structural drying services use proven techniques eliminating moisture completely.
Equipment Configuration:
We visit daily to re-scan with thermal imaging and measure moisture levels with meters. This verifies drying progress and allows equipment adjustments ensuring efficient moisture removal.
Moisture removal continues until readings return to normal levels for your property type and climate. We document final readings confirming complete drying before restoration proceeds.
Inside Wall Cavities Water from burst pipes, roof leaks, or exterior intrusion travels down inside walls, saturating insulation and studs. Minimal exterior signs appear while extensive damage develops hidden.
Under Flooring Hardwood, laminate, vinyl, and tile hide subfloor moisture. Water pools underneath causing rot, mold, and structural damage invisible from above until flooring fails.
Ceiling Spaces Upper-level water damage saturates ceiling insulation and drywall. Moisture spreads far beyond visible staining, affecting large areas before discovery.
Crawl Spaces Many Marietta homes have crawl spaces where moisture accumulates from foundation leaks, plumbing failures, and poor drainage. This affects entire homes through rising moisture and mold contamination.
Behind Cabinets Kitchen and bathroom water damage often occurs behind and under cabinets where moisture remains hidden for weeks causing extensive deterioration.
Around Windows and Doors Improper installation, failed seals, and missing flashing allow water intrusion around openings. This moisture damages surrounding framing and drywall.
HVAC Systems Condensation from air handlers creates moisture problems in surrounding materials and inside ductwork where it remains hidden while spreading mold throughout homes.
Flood Damage Flooding saturates materials thoroughly and deeply. Our flood damage restoration includes extensive moisture detection revealing contamination spread.
Burst Pipes When pipes burst, water travels unpredictable paths through structures. Our burst pipe cleanup uses thermal imaging tracking water migration.
Basement Flooding Concrete and block foundations hold moisture longer than standard construction. Our basement flooding cleanup extends detection and monitoring ensuring complete drying.
Appliance Leaks Failed appliances often leak slowly for days before discovery. Our appliance leak cleanup includes thorough detection revealing extent of hidden damage.
Storm Damage Storm-driven rain penetrates building envelopes in multiple locations. Our storm damage restoration uses systematic scanning locating all moisture entry points.
Sewage Backups Contaminated water requires knowing exactly where sewage contacted materials. Our sewage backup cleanup uses detection technology ensuring complete contamination removal.
Mold requires moisture to grow. Complete moisture detection and removal prevents colonization by eliminating the water mold needs.
Our Prevention Approach:
If water damage occurred days before discovery, mold may already be growing. Our mold remediation specialists handle contamination safely, and our mold inspection and testing services verify complete removal.
Many homeowners attempt moisture detection with inexpensive meters purchased online. These efforts typically miss hidden moisture because:
Limited Technology: Consumer-grade moisture meters lack sensitivity and accuracy of professional equipment. They detect only surface moisture, missing water in concealed spaces.
No Thermal Imaging: Without thermal imaging, hidden moisture in walls, under floors, and in ceilings remains undetected until extensive damage appears.
Inexperience: Interpreting readings requires training and experience. Homeowners often misread meters or scan incorrect locations.
Incomplete Coverage: DIY efforts focus on obvious damage areas, missing adjacent spaces where moisture migrated.
False Confidence: Incomplete detection creates false confidence that problems are solved while hidden moisture causes ongoing damage.
Professional moisture detection costs less than repairs from undetected moisture and resulting mold contamination.
Relief Remediation provides professional moisture detection and removal throughout Marietta including East Cobb, Historic Marietta Square, Chestnut Creek, Windsor Oaks, Indian Hills, Northampton, Somerset, Charlton Forge, and Dunleith.
We also serve Roswell, Smyrna, Kennesaw, Acworth, Powder Springs, Alpharetta, Sandy Springs, and Vinings. Our location near I-75 and Cobb Parkway enables rapid response throughout ZIP codes 30006, 30007, 30008, 30060–30068, and 30090.
Our team holds certifications in water damage restoration and applied structural drying, ensuring proper moisture detection and removal techniques.
We invest in high-end thermal imaging cameras costing thousands of dollars, not inexpensive consumer models that miss hidden moisture.
We scan all potentially affected areas systematically, not just obvious damage locations where moisture is visible.
Detection is only the first step. We provide complete moisture removal using industrial equipment and proven structural drying services.
Detailed reports with thermal images, readings, and moisture maps support insurance claims and verify complete restoration.
Based at 25 Powder Springs St, Suite 215, we understand Marietta construction types and how local climate affects moisture behavior.
Location: 25 Powder Springs St, Suite 215, Marietta, GA 30064
Phone: 770-741-0183
Certifications: IICRC, PMII, OSHA HAZWOPER
BBB Rating: A+ Accredited
Call 770-741-0183 for professional water damage inspection in Marietta, Georgia.
Thermal cameras detect temperature differences. Wet materials have different thermal properties than dry materials, and evaporation creates cooling. These temperature differences appear as distinct patterns revealing moisture location.
Non-penetrating meters can detect moisture through drywall to some depth. However, thermal imaging is more accurate for locating moisture inside wall cavities. We use both technologies together for comprehensive detection.
Initial scanning typically requires 1-2 hours depending on property size. Follow-up monitoring during drying takes 30-60 minutes per visit. We prioritize thoroughness over speed.
This varies by material and location. Wood framing should read below 16%, drywall below 1%, and concrete below acceptable levels for your climate. We compare readings to established standards.
Thermal imaging detects active moisture. Old damage that’s now dry appears normal on thermal scans but may show as staining or material deterioration during visual inspection.
Yes. Many serious moisture problems show minimal visible signs until extensive damage exists. Musty odors, unexplained stains, or suspected leaks warrant professional detection.
Detection is typically included with water damage restoration services. Independent detection for suspected problems or pre-purchase inspections is quoted separately based on property size.
Hidden moisture causes damage whether visible or not. Early detection prevents extensive deterioration, mold growth, and costly repairs developing from unaddressed moisture.
Yes. Thermal imaging often reveals moisture patterns indicating hidden plumbing leaks in walls, under slabs, and in other concealed locations requiring further investigation.
We re-scan with thermal imaging and measure moisture content with meters throughout affected areas. Drying is complete when readings return to normal levels for materials and local climate.
Relief Remediation provides moisture detection and removal in Marietta, Georgia, with IICRC-certified inspectors, advanced technology, and comprehensive reporting. Contact us at 770-741-0183.