Do you know if you have wood rot problems in Chorley? Many homeowners have never given it a thought and others may not even know it exists. The thing is, if it’s there and left unchecked, you home could suffer structural damage. Older homes are especially prone to wood rot. Wood rot is caused by one or more harmless fungi found in timbers. When the environment of the timbers changes allowing moisture absorption, the fungi become a problem to contend with. Wood fibres contain proteins and sugars. Once the wood absorbs moisture, the previously dormant critters begin to feed on the new food source. The wood fibres are the stiffening agents that make wood hard. Water softens it and the fungi feeding can weaken the building structure.

We’re not talking about moisture as in flooding; just condensation you may not have even noticed can provide enough moisture for the wood to absorb and wood rot to begin. For some homes in Chorley, wood rot problems begin when protective paint wears off or the wood comes in contact with soil or concrete. Frequently, it’s just a little drip, a little seepage and it may start unseen in a wall with plumbing condensation. If you are buying or selling your home, it’s a good idea to call us for a survey to check for wood rot. If none exists, everybody is happy. If we do find wood rot, all is not lost. We can fix it. As long as the source of moisture is found and remedied and any weak timbers replaced, you can safely proceed with the sale.

We undertake all wood rot problems in Chorley and other damp related issues in homes. When water meets wood, expect wood rot. The dampness could come from improper or inadequate house venting, rising damp in the basement, seepage in the attic or condensation in walls of bathrooms and laundry rooms. If wood rot is present you may notice a musty or mouldy smell and even see the black dots of mould on walls and ceilings. Contact us for a free estimate if you suspect wood rot in your home. Don’t worry because we’ve been remedying causes of wood rot and repairing the damage for many years. We can take care of it for you.