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The Problem
Both dry and wet rot can cause structural defects in buildings. Not only can it be unsightly but it is also unhealthy. It can grow at an alarming rate in the right conditions. Dry and wet rot are usually caused by dampness, running water, poor ventilation and bad maintenance or a combination of these conditions.
Dry rot is by far the most serious of all wood rotting fungi. For fungal decay to begin it requires water to penetrate wood which then allows bacteria and micro fungi to colonise resulting in the partial breakdown of the cell structures. The timber then becomes more porous and potentially wetter; if the moisture content is sustained above 30% then dry rot can colonize and germinate which inevitably leads to decay.
Dry rot spores are airborne and this means that all properties are susceptible to attack given the right conditions. Once germination has become established the fungus can spread rapidly, even through thick masonry walls, in search of timber causing potentially widespread and extensive damage if not treated correctly.
Wet rot fungi, whilst generally not as destructive as dry rot, can nevertheless cause severe damage if allowed to go unchecked and is a common cause of structural defects. | | | | | | | |  |  |  |
Dry rot located within a floor void |
Dry rot along a skirting board |
Wet rot infested timber | | | | | | | | | The Solution
Olympic Construction have over 20 years of experience in the eradication of both wet and dry rot. Our fully trained and experienced surveyors will correctly identify the nature, and the extent, of any decay and water ingress. They will produce a suitable specification for the eradication of the work carried out.
Olympic Construction will: -
 | | Identify the nature, type and extent of the decay | | | Determine the cause, finding the source of moisture | | | Provide a full written specification for works required | | | Advise what additional steps (if any) are required to safe guard the property | | | Forward estimated costs for works. | | | | | | | | | Summary
Dry rot and wet rot are fungal decay. The sight of fungal decay can strike horror into property owners - be it dry rot with its fruiting bodies and orange spore dust or wet rot with its cotton wool like mycelium.
Olympic Construction can effectively treat and remove dry rot and wet rot affected timbers. Olympic Construction have over 20 years experience in the correct identification of fungal decay and ultimately the treatment of dry and wet rots. With the benefit of a long-term guarantee you can be sure that your fungal decay problem will be taken care of for good | | | |  | | |
