HERE'S A PREVIEW
#1: All slabs to receive resilient flooring are required by ASTM F710 to have an effective vapor retarder installed in direct contact with the underside of the slab.
#2: Know the flooring manufacturer’s warranty conditions, including the concrete slab relative humidity requirements prior to flooring placement.
#3: Determine who will be responsible for conducting the pre-installation testing of the concrete floor slabs.
#4: Determine which moisture tests will be conducted.
#5: Use test equipment from a reputable manufacturer and make sure all necessary calibrations are conducted so that the results can be trusted.
Check out our guide for considerations when testing the moisture level of a concrete slab, and avoid flooring failures later.