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Dry Rot
Timbers which become damp and lack ventilation are most susceptible to Dry Rot attack.
There is only one True Dry Rot Fungus and this can spread across, and penetrate, soft brickwork, stone plaster and mortar.
Although the fungus does not directly attack these materials, it is able to pass over and thus attack fresh timber in other parts of the building, beyond the initial area of attack.
Because the fungus draws its nourishment from wood in which the moisture content is high, it is essential to maintain the property in a watertight condition. Good ventilation is desirable and a dry rot report will often entail/detail/recommend carrying out repairs.
The only way to eliminate Dry Rot is to remove the source of dampness, remove all defective timber and sterilize all the affected masonry.
There is only one True Dry Rot Fungus and this can spread across, and penetrate, soft brickwork, stone plaster and mortar.
Although the fungus does not directly attack these materials, it is able to pass over and thus attack fresh timber in other parts of the building, beyond the initial area of attack.
Because the fungus draws its nourishment from wood in which the moisture content is high, it is essential to maintain the property in a watertight condition. Good ventilation is desirable and a dry rot report will often entail/detail/recommend carrying out repairs.
The only way to eliminate Dry Rot is to remove the source of dampness, remove all defective timber and sterilize all the affected masonry.
