WIND VENT MOISTURE STUDY

Moisture Saturated Flat Roof

Location: Macclenny, FL
Project Date: February 2022
Roof Size: 60,000 sq. ft.
Roof Type: Existing Modified Built-Up Roof (BUR) with Lightweight Concrete
Solution: ERC provided the Wind Vented System, installed by an ERC Certified Installer Learn

THE CHALLENGE

The existing Modified Built-Up Roof (BUR) and Lightweight Concrete in Macclenny, FL, contained moisture, creating a significant challenge. A traditional tear-off would have required the complete removal of the BUR and Lightweight Concrete, leading to increased costs and extended project timelines.

SOLUTION

Environmental Roofing Components (ERC) provided their Wind Vented System to address the moisture issue without removing the existing materials. RAM USA was brought in to utilize their patented Aerial Thermography technology, identifying moisture within the existing roof system. ARS (Alternative Roofing Solutions), an ERC Certified Installer, then installed the Wind Vented System over the existing roof.

Aerial thermography of ERC Wind Vent System drying out existing wet system.

Location: Macclenny, FL
Project Date: February 2022
Roof Size: 60,000 sq. ft.
Roof Type: Existing Modified Built-Up Roof (BUR) with Lightweight Concrete
Solution: ERC provided the Wind Vented System, installed by an ERC Certified Installer Learn

RESULTS

Moisture Identification:

RAM USA’s Aerial Thermography pinpointed moisture areas, allowing for targeted intervention.
Before and After Scans: Scans conducted before and two years after installation confirm the success of the Wind Vented System. The moisture in the Lightweight Concrete has completely dried out.

Cost Efficiency:

By opting for the Wind Vented System instead of a traditional tear-off, the project achieved estimated savings of approximately 40%. No insulation was replaced, and the system effectively managed the moisture issue, providing a cost-effective and efficient solution.
Why Wind Vented?

The Wind Vented System, provided by ERC and installed by certified contractors, has proven to be an excellent alternative to tear-off. It offers significant cost savings and effectively dries out moisture-laden materials, making it a powerful solution for complex roofing challenges.