Timber decay is the slow breakdown of wood caused by fungi or wood-boring insects thriving in damp conditions. It affects properties of all ages: from Victorian terraces to modern commercial buildings undergoing refurbishment. Timber decay almost...
Dry rot (Serpula lacrymans) is a serious type of fungal decay that can compromise the structural integrity of buildings by attacking timber. But is dry rot actually dangerous? The answer is more complicated than a simple...
Fungal Decay in Buildings Wood is a very resilient material which is able to remain intact for hundreds, if not thousands of years, but introduces moisture and things can change quite rapidly. Both wood boring insects...
For homeowners, landlords, and property renovators, particularly those responsible for older or historic buildings, discovering timber decay is a deeply concerning scenario. Wood is a foundational building material used in most British properties, providing the structural skeleton...
Every week our experts come face to face with life forms that most of us would be more likely to associate with science fiction series such as HBO’s The Last Of Us than real life. The...
The UK is known for its cool, wet climate, but recent years have seen a notable increase in rainfall. 2024, for example, saw the UK receive 107% of its long-term average rainfall, with southern England experiencing...
In Valley Railway Station on the Isle of Anglesey in Wales, a historic signal box that had survived since December 1867 was under serious threat due to decay caused by wet rot. Fortunately, our local team...