Abstract: This disclosure generally relates to a system comprising sensors for detecting moisture in dry wall A managed moisture monitoring system is presented which comprises a central control system and a plurality of moisture monitoring devices configured to automatically perform a plurality of moisture measurements to collect moisture measurement data, wherein the central control system is in communication with the plurality of moisture monitoring devices. If moisture measurement data is detected above a threshold, the central control system may send an alert to a user. The system may advantageously provide continuous monitoring capabilities and adjustable/adaptive detection and notification features.

Abstract: A moisture detector is presented which uses the effects of moisture on the chemistry and electrical conductivity of drywall material. Conducting probes are installed in a drywall material and the level of electric current between the probes is monitored and correlated with the concentration of moisture in the drywall material along a path between the probes.