scope:

This document defines moisture damage and it specifies the moisture sources and the moisture transport mechanisms in buildings. It includes a method for classification of moisture damage based on the relation of: — materials and constituent materials, — phenomena, and — functionalities that can be affected. This document deals with: 1) building damage that is induced by (gaseous/liquid/solid) water, and 2) damage to building components, human health, and property contained in the enclosure. This document makes no mention of warranties for building damage.