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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