Specialist Timber Repairs for Wet Rot in a Bradford Property

Peter Cox was called into a school located in Bradford after concerns were raised regarding the condition of exposed roof timbers.

During the inspection by a qualified surveyor, signs of wet rot fungal decay were identified within several exposed rafter ends.

Following a detailed assessment both internally and externally, it was determined that the decay had been caused by defective external guttering, which had allowed prolonged water ingress into the timber structure.

The affected rafters showed clear signs of moisture related deterioration at the exposed ends, compromising the integrity of the timber if left untreated.

To preserve as much of the original structure as possible, Peter Cox carried out timber resin splice (TRS) repairs.

This specialist repair method allowed us to retain the sound sections of the original rafters in situ while removing only the decayed timber ends. The new section is bonded to the retained timber by a mechanical joint, which is then covered with epoxy resin.

Once in place, a bonding resin is applied to create a seamless concealed joint. Once the resin has cured the system retains the original strength and can handle compressive loads.

The school wished to go ahead with work, so Peter Cox technicians attended the site and began preparing the site. The site manager was made aware of the faulty guttering which has caused the problem, and repairs were carried out. This would remove the source of moisture that had caused the problem.

The technician then cut back the rotten sections of timber.

New timber splice sections were then carefully installed and bonded using a high performance structural resin system. Replacement timber sections come in various sizes for all types of timber resin splice repairs. Once dried the new rafters will retain the original strength and stability while maintaining the existing character of the roof structure.

The repair works were completed successfully with minimal disruption to the school.

By using the TRS repair method, we were able to provide a cost effective and sustainable solution without the need for full timber replacement.

The project was completed efficiently, and the repaired rafters were restored to a structurally sound condition, extending the service life of the roof timbers for years to come.

Wet rot can cause severe damage when left untreated, ultimately causing structural timber to lose its integrity. Regular  maintenance of guttering and roof coverings can prevent the issue from occurring. 

The local surveyor said “wet rot is a common problem that affects many historic and commercial buildings, especially where building defects allow moisture to penetrate into the fabric of the property. In this case we were able to use a timber resin repair system to retain as much of the original timber as possible, helping to reduce costs for the client.”

If you have noticed signs of fungal decay and require professional assistance, Peter Cox can provide you with a damp and timber survey to help identify the cause before more extensive damage occurs.

Peter Cox can carry out specialist timber repairs across Bradford and West Yorkshire. Get in touch with your local Peter Cox branch for an expert damp and timber survey, and specialist treatments, if required.