When should a building be considered dry in the context of drying services?

A building should be considered dry when it has reached a state where moisture levels in the materials meet the established criteria for dryness, independent of whether the drying project is officially completed or not. This understanding is crucial because the ultimate goal of any drying service is not merely to finish the process or to remove equipment, but to ensure that the materials involved have been effectively dried to levels that will prevent further issues, such as mold growth or structural damage.

In practical terms, assessing the moisture levels of materials informs the technician when the building is truly dry. Such assessment is typically conducted using moisture meters or other tools designed to measure moisture content accurately. Therefore, while project completion or equipment removal might signify the end of the drying service process, they do not necessarily correlate with the actual moisture conditions that define a dry building. This focus on measurable results ensures that the drying services have successfully mitigated any risks associated with excess moisture.