🪵 Don’t Let Dry Rot Undermine Your Home’s Structure
Dry rot (Serpula lacrymans) is one of the most destructive types of timber decay found in UK homes. It spreads quickly through damp wood—and even across masonry—often hidden beneath floors before signs become obvious.
At Weather Wise Solutions, we help homeowners catch dry rot early by providing expert inspections and treatments using proven systems from PAM Ties. As members of the Damp Proofing Association, we follow strict industry standards to protect your property long-term.
🔍 Key Early Signs of Dry Rot in Floors and Joists
Dry rot begins deep in damp timber, often going unnoticed until significant damage has occurred. Look out for:
✅ Musty or mushroom-like smell under floors
✅ Creaking or uneven flooring in high-moisture areas
✅ Cracked or shrinking skirting boards
✅ Timber that flakes, splits, or feels brittle
✅ Orange spore dust or visible fungal growth
✅ Cuboidal cracking in affected wood
Dry rot can spread from a single damp floorboard to connected joists, subfloor structures, and even up walls—especially in poorly ventilated voids.
⚠️ What Causes Dry Rot?
Dry rot thrives in timber with a moisture content above 20%, often caused by:
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Leaking pipes or radiators under floorboards
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Rising damp or bridging plaster
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Poor subfloor ventilation or sealed-up air bricks
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Condensation from poorly insulated voids
🛠️ Our Dry Rot Inspection & Treatment Process
At Weather Wise Solutions, we:
✔️ Conduct full subfloor inspections to locate decay and hidden damage
✔️ Identify moisture sources and assess ventilation
✔️ Remove and treat affected timbers with professional-grade fungicides
✔️ Recommend repairs or replacements using treated structural timber
✔️ Apply vapour-permeable finishes to ensure lasting protection
We’ll always aim to retain the character and integrity of your property while making it safe and structurally sound.
📞 Book Your Free Floor Timber Survey Today
If you suspect dry rot in your floor timbers—don’t delay. The sooner it’s diagnosed, the easier it is to treat.
Book a Free Survey for your Home here with Weather Wise Solutions – dry rot and timber protection experts.