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.