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Dry rot is a fungus that attacks building timbers, damaging both new and old timbers. This fungal decay is the most serious form of damage to timbers in buildings. Dry rot can aggressively spread through masonary substrates if it is not treated, in turn causing widespread structural damage. 'Serpula lacrymans', the true dry rot fungus, thrives in the dark, especially in unventialated areas. It often grows behind panels/plaster and underfloors.

Dry rot symptoms

Dry rot is malignant and will travel rapidly, even through walls to attack timber. Remedial action is now urgent and you should call Dry Homes Sussex immediately if you see the white or silver growth, or red/brown fruiting body (mushroom.) It is important to get a survey straight away to tackle the problem. At this time, infected timbers need to be removed, and the full extent of the attack exposed before the preventative treatment for dry rot is put in place.

Dry rot symptoms include...

Dry rot is not likely to be found in constantly wet or dry timber.

Dry rot treatment

Although it is 'dry rot' - dampness is the key factor. Roof problems, leaking gutters, rising damp, water leaks and poor ventilation can all contribute to the problem, so dealing with any sources of moisture is the first course of action at Dry Homes Sussex. We will remove and replace infected and defective timbers. We repair structural and decorative timbers where needed. We use environmentally friendly chemicals which are low hazard, low odour.