What is dry rot in houses?

Identifying and treating Dry Rot outbreaks.

Dry rot is arguably the worst type of problem which can be faced by property owners. If you have concerns that your property is suffering from timber decay then you are on the right page. This page will help you to gain a better understanding of what dry rot is. Continue reading to learn more about the causes dry rot, its differences with wet rot and the key signs which you need to know in order to identify rot problem as soon as possible.

How to Treat Dry Rot on Timber

The best course of action is always to seek specialist advice. Having a professional survey and treat the affected area will ensure the safety of your home and also guarantee structural integrity for years to come.

At FixRot we have 15 years of experience identifying and treating Dry Rot outbreaks. Our experienced engineers and technicians will survey your house free of charge, and advice suitable solutions tailored to your needs. Because we’re confident in our work, we provide up to 30 years guarantee on all of our work through the Sovereign Protection Scheme Guarantee.

As mentioned, dry rot requires roughly 20% moisture content in the timber to begin growing. Although its name suggests otherwise, dry rot will not grow in dry conditions.
Signs of dry rot include:

damaged or decaying timber
damp or musty smell
deep cracks in the timber grain
brittle timber or timber that crumbles in your hand
concentrated patches of orange–brown spore dust
grey strands on timber
fruiting bodies that look like large mushrooms.

Here, at Fixrot.co.uk, we have over 15 years of experience in identifying dry rot. Book a survey now.