Dry rot and wet rot are common problems that can affect buildings of all ages and if the spread is identified it should be dealt with immediately to prevent even further damage. Timber preservation is vital and should be an important part of the maintenance of your property.
Here at AquaFoss, we provide a range of environmental building preservation services, including Timber Treatments. With extensive experience, our professional team are highly dedicated and carry out all work to the high-quality standard possible.
Call us today on 01525 374406.
Why Timber Treatments Are Important
The most common timber issues are an infestation of wood-boring insects such as woodworm, dry rot and wet rot. There are numerous advantages to opting for timber treatments with the most significant being that it provides long term resistance to decay and insects – to name a few. If left untreated the timber can deteriorate within a few years alongside additional issues such as being exposed to moisture and soil.
When treated properly by professionals, timber treatments can prolong the life of your wood and keep it looking great. Timber that is often used in damp places, treatment is essential to avoid the wood from deteriorating and ruining its quality.
Dry Rot
Dry rot is when the deterioration of the wood is full of damp and will usually result in a musty smell. This is because of the wood decay caused by fungi growing on it, which can ruin any wooden structures inside or outside your home. Dry rot is a serious timber condition and is usually hidden from view so can be easily missed. The affected wood would need to be removed and treated immediately by a professional. It is also important to determine the underlying cause of the damp so that it prevents any future problems re-occurring.
Wet Rot
Wet rot is when the timber becomes damp and fungi grows within the wood, feeding on the nutrients. Not only can it cause decay in timber but also plaster, carpets and wallpaper. It is important that when you identify wet rot that the timber is removed and replaced with timber then coated with a preservation product. It is important this is carried out by an experienced damp proofing professional. Wet rot usually occurs when excess moisture is present in the timber over a long period of time.
By preserving all wooden features and materials in your home, AquaFoss are fully-fledged to cope with both dry rot and wet rot.
What Is Timber Used For?
Timber can be found in a wide range of everyday uses and you may not even realise how much timber you actually have in and around your property. Some of these can include:
- Gates
- Fencing
- Garage doors
- Timber casement windows
- Front and back doors
- Floorboards
- Skirtings’
- Loft space
Once a problem occurs it is important it is dealt with by a professional in a quick and efficient manner. They will need to replace the timber areas and if not done quickly it can spread. Timber treatment will help to prevent any future costly maintenance and the risk of rot and insect attacks to a minimum.
Get In Touch
Our team at AquaFoss specialise in building preservation and can help you protect and preserve all wooden structures in your home. We provide fully comprehensive timber treatments all over Leighton Buzzard. We take care of all areas of timber to ensure complete stability and peace of mind and are always on hand to give advice. Call us today on 01525 374406, or fill out our contact form to make an enquiry.
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