The Tramex Moisture Encounter ME5 is a premium non-destructive moisture meter designed for use across a wide range of building materials. Upgraded from the Moisture Encounter Plus, the ME5 offers dual-depth moisture detection and precise moisture content percentage readings, making it a trusted tool for contractors, inspectors, and restoration professionals.
Ideal for wood, drywall, plaster, roofing, tile, and masonry, the ME5 delivers accurate results without the need for invasive pins, preserving material surfaces. It is also compatible with the Tramex Meters App, allowing users to generate visual moisture maps and comprehensive reports for streamlined documentation and analysis.
What's Included:
Tramex ME5 Moisture Meter
Protective Carry Case
User Guide
9V Battery (Pre-installed)
Access to Tramex Meters App
Features
Dual Depth Measurement Provides both shallow (up to ⅜") and deep (up to 1¼") readings to help determine surface versus core moisture levels.
Pinless Moisture Detection Non-invasive readings mean no surface damage when measuring wood, drywall, or other materials.
Wide Material Compatibility Pre-calibrated for materials like drywall, plaster, masonry, tile, and roofing for quick and easy moisture detection.
Accurate Wood Moisture Content Readings Calibrated to show 5-30% MC% in wood, with adjustment tables available for various wood densities.
Moisture Mapping Integration Connects with the Tramex Meters App to visualize moisture data and create professional documentation reports.
Works Through Surface Layers Detects moisture beneath paint, wallpaper, floor coverings, roofing membranes, and ceramic tiles with reliable results.
Robust & Portable Design Built for durability in the field, with a lightweight form and included carrying case for on-the-go use.
What's Included
Included with Your Purchase:
Tramex ME5 Moisture Meter
Protective Carry Case
User Guide
9V Battery (Pre-installed)
Access to Tramex Meters App
Specifications
Measurement Type: Non-invasive, pinless
Depth Range: Shallow up to ⅜" (9mm); Deep up to 1¼" (30mm)
Moisture Range: 5–30% MC% for wood
Power Source: 9V battery (included)
Dimensions: 6.3" x 3.5" x 1.6"
Weight: 8.4 oz (238g)
App Compatibility: Tramex Meters App for iOS & Android
Material Compatibility: Wood, drywall, plaster, tile, masonry, roofing membranes
FAQ
Q: Can the ME5 detect moisture through paint or wallpaper? A: Yes, the ME5 can read through surface coverings like paint and wallpaper without damaging them.
Q: What is the benefit of the dual-depth feature? A: It allows users to distinguish between surface and core moisture, providing better insight for remediation or inspection.
Q: Does the ME5 require calibration before use? A: No, it comes pre-calibrated for common building materials, ready for immediate use.
Q: Is the ME5 suitable for use on concrete? A: Yes, it can help detect moisture beneath surface finishes, though it does not give %MC for concrete.
Find the moisture without opening the wall
The ME5 reads through paint, wallpaper, floor coverings, roofing membranes and ceramic tile, so you can survey a whole room without cutting or pinning anything. Two depth settings, shallow to 3/8 inch and deep to 1 1/4 inch, tell you whether the water is sitting on the surface or down in the core. Wood readings run 5 to 30% MC, and pairing the meter with the Tramex Meters App turns a walk-around into a moisture map and a report the client can keep.
What our customers say
4.9 · 16 reviews
Ildefonso Hernandez Jr.
Verified
04/12/2025
Handy Tool
This tool is a must-have for any plumber or contractor. It helps quickly identify moisture within walls, ceilings, or flooring—and gives customers a clear, visual understanding of where potential water damage is occurring. It’s a great way to build trust and speed up the diagnostic process on any job.
Scott Patterson
Verified
03/10/2025
One of best scanning moisture meters you can buy!
I needed the ME 5 for a job in two days! I got the ME 5 in one day for my job! I do expert witness work and needed the same meter the other side expert was using I had an older version of the Tramex ME, which worked, but I wanted to have the exact meter to help dispute some of the other expert's findings, which I was able to do! It is an easy-to-use and accurate meter that anyone who performs moisture-related inspections needs to have! The Bluetooth feature with the app on your smartphone is a huge benifit!
Customer
Verified
02/07/2025
Very Accurate & easy to use!!
Love this Meter!
Amanda
Verified
11/09/2024
Accurate!
Very accurate and very easy to read!
D McNulty
Verified
07/10/2024
Love analog tester!
We had been using a digital for quite some time and got to use this one before buying it! Really liked it so chose to purchase! I am very pleased with its performance. Great quality and ease of use!
Dan
Verified
05/28/2022
Durable and Accurate
Great moisture tool for a many different requirements. It's pricey, but in the end, it produces a consistent result, which is important depending upon the reason for purchase (such as a business).
Luc
Verified
02/01/2022
Trustable. As a home inspector, I use it for several year. Don't even look sowhere else. It worth the cost.
H. Ballard
Verified
07/01/2021
Solid Device
If you have the need for this for use for work or some sort of legit results that you can stand by, then this is awesome. Too expensive for a random homeowner, but I use this quite a bit for home inspections. It is simple, and to the point and I like that. Works great and the case is solid to fit in my bag of tools and not get damaged.
Steven Canter
Verified
06/27/2021
Great New addition to unit shallow depth measurement.
The unit is the #1 used metering tool I have in my box of many. Tramex has got the Ideal tool for covering large areas of metering quickly.
Kathryn S
Verified
05/13/2021
Pricey but it works!
DOES NOT WORK WITH RECHARGEABLE AA BATTERIES. I tried to use rechargeable batteries after the original ones died but I had all sorts of issues. This meter has been great so far. It provides good readings on multiple materials. I haven't read the manual... but I wish I could silence the beeping sometimes when I need a picture. My only complaint is that the analog dial does not have any sort of backlight or LED to illuminate it. This meter does not work in dark environments.
mike long
Verified
03/14/2021
Works great
Works as it says, wish it had an extension handle
Brandon
Verified
03/09/2021
Reliable
Solid meter
Workman
Verified
10/27/2020
Nice piece of equipment
Its an updated more high tech version of the old one we have had for 20 years. Im sure this one will last just as long especially since it appears to be water resistant.
Curtis Copeland
Verified
10/27/2020
Solid Meter
well built. a bit pricey
Jessica
Verified
09/03/2020
Tramex the beat moisture encounter
I’m a contractor Tramex is the beat for moisture meter
C. T. Williams
Verified
02/04/2020
Nice update to the line of moisture meters.
I have used Tramex meters for years. This new iteration has, so far, shown to be a reliable and accurate tool.