I live in Tampa Florida and had lamanate flooring installed 2 yrs ago. I recently had a small water leak coming in from the outside and since had the outside of house sealed which solved the problem. They took out a few boards and when I feel the under side of the pad against the concrete slab, it is wet. And it's not wet due to the leak because it is further away from the outside wall.

Is this normal to have wetness on the under side of the pad against the concrete slab?

I am waiting for the flooring company to come out and put my floor back together but wanted your opinion before they come out.

I do want to have that portion of the concrete slab sealed, but do you think it is ok to leave the rest of the lamanate in place with the wetness underneath?

I am very nervous about this situation, and look forward to your answer.

Thank you in advance
Barbara

ballengerb1

Barbara, you have a high water table and high humidity in Tampa. You should have a pro test your concrete floor for moisture coming up through the concrete or condensation.