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Dry Rot Specialist In Banstead
Worried about dry rot in your property in Banstead? Trust the experts from Tapco Homedry to help put things right. We have extensive experience in dealing with dry rot and the associated issues. To help safeguard your home against the threats associated with this type of fungal hazard, get in touch with our Banstead dry rot team today.
Difference between wet rot and dry rot
The difference between these two types of fungal decay are more than just the names. They are caused by two different types of fungus, and if you have one, it’s unlikely that you’ll have the other. This is because they need specific conditions to thrive. Namely, dry rot needs moisture levels around 20% whereas wet rot needs moisture to be around 50%.
What is dry rot?
Dry rot is the common name for a type of fungus that feeds on damp wood. It is also known as Serpula Lacrymans. It is more commonly found on the forest floor where it thrives on fallen timber. It plays an essential role in breaking down rotten wood to make space for new growth. However, this fungus can also make its ways into your home, where it could cause widespread damage.
Dry rot is commonly associated with dampness, as moisture is required for the fungus to thrive. When you have damp in your home, this can create the ideal conditions for dry rot to thrive. It could impact timber joists, floorboards, door frames and more. Dry rot is capable of getting through masonry to get to suitable material.
Once present in your home, this fungal threat spreads by releasing spores that are carried throughout your home looking for more suitable material to digest. After digesting the wood, the fungus leaves behind dark and brittle wood that will easily crumble between your fingers. This is why it can quickly become a structural issue in your home.
If you think you’ve spotted the signs of dry rot in your home in Banstead, don’t delay getting in touch. Treatment is fast and effective and could help to limit the damage to your property. We’ll help you get it under control and then address the structural and cosmetic issues left behind.
Signs of dry rot in your home
Often the first sign that homeowners notice is an earthy or musty smell. If you are concerned about dampness or dry rot in your home, this might be when you decide to investigate further.
Dry rot is characterised by a furry white fungus that spreads over suitable timber. This will develop into a rusty orange bloom that helps to spread spores throughout your home. If dry rot has already damaged the timber, it will be dark, brittle and have cuboidal cracks. When the wood crumbles, it will break into small cube shapes.
