Managing Moisture • Passivhaus Trust

A retrofit masterclass: Discover more about moisture safe design when retrofitting.

Retrofitting existing buildings to improve energy efficiency & comfort has the potential to resolve or mitigate moisture issues but also to create problems or exacerbate existing ones. The implications for the building fabric can range from reduced thermal performance to dramatic structural failures. Humid and damp conditions can adversely effect occupant health. The consequences can range from merely annoying to life-threatening.

Do not miss the chance to hear from two knowledgable authors from the latest technical paper and learn first-hand about moisture-safe design while retrofitting. This essential Retrofit Moisture Guide expands upon our retrofit activities and Passivhaus Retrofit Masterclass lecture series.

Advanced level

PHI credit points

1.5

Hours long

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Passivhaus Retrofit: Managing Moisture 2 1.5hr 5 Topics | 1 Quiz Buy to unlock

2 CEPH points

Learn about moisture-safe design in retrofitting with the 2023 Moisture and EnerPHit Guide. This on-demand course delves into the complexities of retrofitting for energy efficiency while addressing moisture concerns in the building fabric and structure. Understand how to prevent moisture issues when retrofitting. Don’t miss insights from expert authors and expand your knowledge of retrofit moisture management for safer, healthier buildings.

First delivered on: 12 December 2023

Speakers

Sarah Price
Toby Cambray
Konstantinos Megagiannis

Learning outcomes

You should be able to

rank the major moisture movement mechanisms in terms of the potential scale of moisture movement.
Identify why the management of moisture is important in retrofit.
identify what causes moisture problems in buildings

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Introduction 6min View Topic Buy to unlock

Understanding Moisture in EnerPHit – Dr Sarah Price 30min View Topic Buy to unlock

Using PHPP to Assess Moisture Balance – Toby Cambray 28min View Topic Buy to unlock

Q&A 18.5min View Topic Buy to unlock

Wrap-up 2.5min View Topic Buy to unlock

Managing Moisture

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Learning Outcomes

By the end of this module you, should be able to:

rank the major moisture movement mechanisms in terms of the potential scale of moisture movement.
Identify why the management of moisture is important in retrofit.
identify what causes moisture problems in buildings