Rot is one of the major causes of timber decay in old, historic and even modern buildings. The two most common types of wood rot include wet rot and dry rot, which are caused by fungal decay in building timbers. A wide range of fungus species, known as ‘lignicolous’ fungi are responsible for damage, which can affect roof joists, window frames, floorboards, stairs and skirting boards. Dampness and poor ventilation are usually the main reasons for rotting wood.

From fixtures to floor boards, the average home is made up of 70% timber. Much of this is hidden from view so timber problems so can be hard to spot before its too late, some signs to watch out for include a damp musty smell, cracking and softening of timber that is often discoloured, distorted and losing its strength, fungal growth, weak and damaged flooring, dust gathering on or near exposed timber, and visible holes in wood where woodworm have tunnelled. 

Our Company surveyors are fully qualified in identifying the various sources of beetle infestation, Wet Rots and True Dry rot. 

When it comes to resolving a timber issue, the first step is to establish the severity of the problem. Along with the damage you can see, there can often be timber damage where you cannot see. Once the extent of the problem is identified, the appropriate treatments can be applied. Treating woodworm and rot can be as simple as a chemical spray. However, it can also be as complicated as replacing structural timbers within a property. We will investigate the area of concern and provide a full breakdown of our findings. If treatment is necessary we will put together a written quotation for your consideration.