The Risks of Untreated Wet Rot in Traditional Homes

🏚️ Is Your Period Property at Risk of Wet Rot?

Older homes, particularly those with solid walls, suspended floors, or timber-rich construction, are often more vulnerable to wet rot—especially when damp conditions are left untreated.

Wet rot is caused by a fungal attack on timber with high moisture content. If left unchecked, it can weaken floor joists, skirting boards, window frames, and roof timbers, causing serious structural issues over time.

At Weather Wise Solutions, we specialise in identifying and treating wet rot in traditional buildings, using trusted products from PAM Ties and following conservation guidance from Historic England.

🔍 What Is Wet Rot and Why Does It Happen?

Wet rot thrives in timber that’s consistently damp—typically due to:
✅ Leaking pipes or downpipes
✅ Poor ventilation
✅ Rising damp or bridging plaster
✅ Defective roofing or flashing

Once the fungus sets in, it begins to break down the timber’s structure, causing it to soften, darken, and eventually crumble.

⚠️ Why Early Treatment Matters in Traditional Homes

In heritage or period properties, untreated wet rot can cause:

Loss of structural integrity in floor and roof timbers
Damage to decorative joinery and mouldings
Compromised ventilation and insulation
Hidden decay that spreads behind finishes or beneath floors

Older buildings rely on careful moisture management—modern materials or poor repairs can worsen the issue.

🛠️ Our Wet Rot Treatment Services

At Weather Wise Solutions, we provide:
✔️ Full timber surveys to locate and assess damage
✔️ Moisture investigation to find the cause of decay
✔️ Application of professional fungicidal treatments
✔️ Timber repair or replacement, if needed
✔️ Vapour-permeable plaster and breathable repairs for listed or sensitive properties

We treat every home with care and respect, using materials that are sympathetic to your building’s fabric and age.