Preventing Wet Rot in Stone-Built Homes in North Wales

🏡 Heritage Homes Need Extra Protection Against Moisture Damage

Stone-built homes across North Wales — from historic cottages to old farmhouses — are especially vulnerable to wet rot due to their porous walls and traditional construction. Once moisture reaches the timbers, it can trigger fungal decay that threatens the structural integrity of floors, beams, and joinery.

At Weather Wise Solutions, we specialise in protecting heritage and solid-wall properties with fungicidal treatments from PAM Ties and best practices guided by Historic England for traditional property care.

🔍 What Causes Wet Rot?

✅ High moisture levels from leaks, rising damp, or poor ventilation
✅ Timber in direct contact with damp masonry or ground
✅ Sealed spaces with restricted airflow
✅ Older, untreated woodwork in heritage buildings

🪵 Why Wet Rot is Dangerous

Softens and weakens timber over time
Causes visible cracking, darkening, and crumbling
Spreads if moisture sources are not controlled
Leads to costly structural repairs if untreated

🛠️ How We Protect North Wales Heritage Properties

✔️ Free timber surveys to assess risk areas
✔️ Targeted fungicidal treatments for wet rot
✔️ Moisture control solutions (including DPC work)
✔️ Recommendations for ventilation and airflow improvements
✔️ Sympathetic repairs preserving the property’s historic character