Migliaccio & Rathod LLP is investigating reports that Huber AdvanTech® subfloor panels may experience premature edge swelling, surface deterioration, or other moisture-related damage despite being marketed as a premium, moisture-resistant subfloor designed to withstand normal construction conditions.
AdvanTech subfloor panels are widely used in residential construction and are promoted as offering superior moisture resistance during the building process. However, builders and homeowners have reported that some panels allegedly swell, develop raised edges, flake, or otherwise deteriorate after ordinary rain exposure during construction, even when installed in accordance with manufacturer recommendations. Some consumers also report that warranty claims have been denied because the damage was attributed to “water exposure,” despite expectations that the product was specifically designed to tolerate typical weather encountered during construction.
Reported Problems with Huber AdvanTech Subfloor
Consumers and contractors have reported experiencing:
- edge swelling after ordinary construction-phase rain exposure;
- raised panel edges that require sanding before flooring installation;
- surface flaking or deterioration;
- tongue-and-groove joints that become difficult to fit together after swelling;
- flooring installation delays caused by damaged subfloor panels;
- warranty denials allegedly attributing failures to moisture exposure; and
- expensive panel replacement despite the product’s moisture-resistance marketing.
Potential Consequences
Premature subfloor deterioration may result in:
- costly replacement of damaged panels;
- additional labor to sand or level swollen joints;
- delays in installing hardwood, laminate, vinyl, or tile flooring;
- removal and replacement of finished flooring if deterioration is discovered later;
- increased construction costs; and
- reduced confidence in the long-term performance of the subfloor system.
We Are Interested in Hearing From Homeowners and Builders Who Experienced:
- edge swelling despite ordinary weather exposure;
- surface flaking or deterioration;
- panels that required sanding before flooring installation;
- tongue-and-groove fit problems caused by swelling;
- warranty claims that were denied because the damage was characterized as water exposure;
- repairs or replacement after relatively limited construction-site exposure; or
- unexpected expenses resulting from moisture-related panel failures.
If you purchased or installed Huber AdvanTech subfloor panels and experienced these or similar problems, we would like to hear from you.
Please complete the contact form on this page, send us an email at [email protected], or call (202) 470-3520 for a free, confidential evaluation.