Wet Rot is the term applied to describe the most commonly found form of timber decay found throughout our buildings from roof timbers, window frames to flooring timbers. Unlike Dry Rot, Wet Rots need relatively much higher moisture to flourish and the spread of the fungus is restricted to damp timbers. BWT surveyors are trained to accurately identify Wet Rot damage (as apposed to Dry Rot) and its causes providing detailed specifications for appropriate timbers treatments and replacements as necessary to protect the building.
Dry Rot
Dry Rot, ( Serpula Lacrymans ), is the most malignant form of timber decay found in our buildings. The term Dry Rot is to a degree misleading as the fungus requires some dampness albeit relatively much less than required for Wet Rot attack. Due to its ability to progress in relatively dry conditions and its capability to penetrate into, over and through walls and other inert materials damage is often both extensive and hidden. BWT provide an accurate identification and comprehensive remedial specification for the irradiation and protection of property by our fully experienced technicians.
