HUM-ID GmbH is a Berlin-based technology company that manufactures wireless, passive RFID-enabled moisture sensors for buildings. Founded to address one of the most costly and common sources of building damage — undetected moisture — the company has developed a sensor system that enables non-destructive, long-term monitoring of flat roofs, walls, floors, wet rooms, and underfloor heating systems.
The HUM-ID system works by embedding small, batteryless sensors into building components during construction or renovation. These sensors can then be read at any time using a handheld scanner, without the need for wiring or an external power supply. If moisture is detected, building owners and facility managers can intervene early, significantly reducing follow-up repair costs and preventing extensive structural damage. The system has become a widely adopted standard for flat roof monitoring in the German-speaking construction market.
HUM-ID serves a professional B2B clientele including building owners, architects, planners, roofers, and large institutional clients such as housing companies and research facilities. Since 2020 the company has expanded its key account business and established partnerships across Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and other European markets. One of its fastest-growing segments is timber-frame construction, where reliable moisture control is especially critical.
The company is headquartered at Chausseestraße 107, 10115 Berlin, and is led by managing director Gerd Müller. HUM-ID has received recognition in the smart building space, including a Smart Building Award. Its technology aligns with smart city priorities around proactive infrastructure management, building safety, and data-driven maintenance of the built environment.