Yes, this device can be used to measure moisture content in hardwood slabs. It can measure up to 0.3" (8mm) deep on Pin Mode, and up to 1" (25mm) on Pinless Mode.
Hello Just, this device measures the moisture content in wood at a depth of 0.3" (8mm) on Pin Mode and up to 1" (25mm) on Pinless Mode. When measuring wood siding on Pinless Mode, please ensure there are no metallic materials inside or behind the wood. The presence of metallic materials could skew the readings of the electromagnetic sensor. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to email us at: info@reedinstruments.com
Hello Randy, The R6018 Dual Moisture Meter is designed to detect moisture in wood and building materials, such as sheetrock, cardboard, plaster, concrete, and mortar. We do not recommend using this unit for carpets or fabrics. Thank you.
Hello Robert, please note that the REED R6018 will detect moisture in concrete up to 1" (25mm) in depth.
Hello Gregory, please note that we do not recommend using a pin/pinless moisture meter for checking water in the front yard. The primary application is to check for moisture in building materials.
Hello Linus, please note that the pinless function of moisture meters are considered non-invasive, and thus do not require any drilling into the material you are measuring. The pin function does not require drilling either but may leave marks on the surface you are trying to measure.
Hello, the R6018 can detect moisture in all building materials up to 1" (25mm) depth.
