What equilibrium moisture content means
Equilibrium moisture content is the moisture level a material settles at in its surroundings. Restorers compare wet areas to unaffected material in the same house as the drying goal.
Also called EMC, dry standard.
Where it matters on a restoration job
Taking dry standard readings in an unaffected room on day one gives you the target, and the documentation for when you pull equipment.
What it costs
Jobs that involve equilibrium moisture content are priced in the water damage restoration cost guide: about $3,650 typical, usually $1,300 to $6,000. The guide shows its sources and what moves the price.
Work it out
- Cost guide: Water damage restoration cost
- Tools, templates and guides: Free restoration resources