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Join us for our Dinner Program from 6:00 - 8:00PM on June 17, 2026 at Zio Fraedos in Pleasant Hill!
We're diving into "From Floor to Ceiling: Understanding Moisture, Mold & Building Performance" presented by Bill Weber & Madeline Mesa of AVELAR.
Moisture problems in buildings rarely start with one major failure — they often begin with small construction details that are overlooked during design or installation. This presentation explores how homes and buildings function as complete systems, from the foundation to the roof, and how factors like ventilation, insulation, vapor control, and roofing assemblies can directly impact moisture intrusion and mold growth. Attendees will gain practical insight into how building science principles can improve durability, indoor air quality, and long-term performance while helping avoid costly remediation issues.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand how moisture moves through a building and why problems that begin below the structure often impact the entire building envelope over time.
- Learn how seemingly minor construction oversights — including ventilation and insulation errors — can contribute to long-term fungal growth and moisture accumulation.
- Explore how proactive building science strategies during design and construction can help prevent expensive repairs, mold remediation, and indoor air quality concerns.
*Early bird pricing ENDS June 10th - price goes up $20 per ticket after that! Get your ticket early to avoid the increase
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Speaker Biographies:
Bill Weber – Senior Consultant, AVELAR
Bill Weber is a Senior Consultant with AVELAR specializing in forensic analysis, remediation, and repair of residential and commercial buildings. A licensed California general contractor and nationally recognized building science expert, he holds multiple industry certifications related to indoor environmental consulting, microbial remediation, and thermography. Bill has more than 24 years of experience investigating moisture intrusion, mold, and construction defects, and has contributed to several industry standards and publications. He is also a frequent speaker for property management, legal, environmental, and construction industry education programs.
Madeline Mesa – Project Assistant & Environmental Technician, AVELAR
Madeline Mesa has a background in environmental studies with experience spanning environmental assessment, sustainability, environmental justice, and building performance analysis. At AVELAR, she assists with property inspections related to water intrusion and mold investigations, including moisture monitoring, sampling, and data analysis. Madeline specializes in translating technical environmental data into clear, visual reporting that helps clients better understand building conditions and risk factors. Her experience also includes work related to CEQA, NEPA, LEED, and environmental impact analysis.
*July Breakfast moved to July 22nd at Zio Fraedos! (from July 15th)
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