About the session...

Effective moisture management is critical to the long-term performance of mass timber buildings, yet even the most carefully developed plans can be tested by unforeseen site conditions. This session examines a comprehensive approach to moisture management in mass timber construction, from proactive planning and collaborative execution to real-world response when conditions deviate from expectations.

The presentation will outline best practices for protecting timber elements through rapid installation, edge sealing, and just-in-time delivery, as well as drying strategies such as coordinated sequencing with façade and drywall trades to efficiently close in the building while allowing sufficient drying time. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of clear communication and coordination between general contractors, mass timber installers, and trade partners to manage risk and maintain schedule certainty.

The session will also feature a detailed case study of a project constructed in a challenging climate with frequent dense fog, where unanticipated moisture intrusion occurred despite a robust moisture management plan. Attendees will learn how the project team identified risks, mitigated mold and CLT deterioration, engaged expert consultants, and adjusted construction activities in real time. Lessons learned from this experience will be shared, offering actionable insights that inform a more resilient, adaptive approach to moisture management in future mass timber projects.

Chad Hamilton

Project Executive
XL Construction

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Jesse Wills

Construction Manager
Seagate Mass Timber

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Session CEUs

Course Description

Effective moisture management is essential to the long-term performance of mass timber buildings, yet even well-developed plans can be tested by unforeseen stie conditions. This session explores a comprehensive approach to moisture management, from proactive planning and coordinated execution to real-world response when conditions deviate from expectations. The presentation highlights best practices for protecting timber elements through rapid installation, edge sealing, and just-in-time delivery, as well as drying strategies such as coordinated sequencing with façade and drywall trades to expedite building enclosure while allowing sufficient drying time. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of coordination between general contractors, mass timber installers, and trade partners to manage risk and maintain schedule certainty. A detailed case study of a project built in a challenging climate will also be shared to illustrate lessons learned and offer guidance for developing more resilient, adaptive moisture management strategies in mass timber construction.

ICC:
Explore a comprehensive approach to moisture management, from proactive planning and coordinated execution to real-world response when conditions deviate from expectations. Practices for protecting timber elements through rapid installation, edge sealing, and just-in-time delivery, as well as drying strategies such as coordinated sequencing with façade and drywall trades to expedite building enclosure while allowing sufficient drying time. Emphasis on the coordination between general contractors, mass timber installers, and trade partners to manage risk and maintain schedule certainty. Case study of project built in challenging climate shared to illustrate lessons learned and offer guidance for developing more resilient, adaptive moisture management strategies in mass timber construction.

Learning Objectives

1. Explore owner and contractor expectations for moisture control during construction and how to effectively communicate moisture management responsibilities between project team members.
2. Compare methods of material delivery and assess their benefits with respect to mitigating on-site moisture intrusion.
3. Understand the principal components of a moisture management plan and how to determine the methods and products required to protect mass timber from moisture related issues during and after construction.
4. Learn effective ways to implement a construction moisture management plan to mitigate moisture related construction delays and potential remedial work.