Dry Rot Outbreak In An Unused Commercial Basement

April 13, 2011 - PRLog -- Timberwise were called upon to survey this unused basement at the bottom of a store in St Helens, Merseyside as it was apparent to the owner that there was a problem with Dry Rot. Only when their surveyor inspected the basement fully was the true extent of the Dry Rot outbreak known.

Upon initial inspection the basement appears dark and damp but looking carefully you can see mycelium growth associated with Dry Rot behind the suspended ceiling.

Having removed some of the suspended ceiling it soon became clear that the Dry Rot (http://www.timberwise.co.uk/our-services/timber-preservation/wet-and-dry-rot/) had spread throughout the basement covering in total approximately 35% of the basement area.

The Dry Rot was feeding on the timbers that held the suspended ceiling in place and left unchecked would continue to feed on the rest of the timber in the basement.

The Timberwise solution to this Dry Rot problem

To prevent a further attack of Dry Rot their solution involved the installation on an in-line fan system to increase ventilation to the basement area as well as removing and replacing all the infected timbers and sterilising any intact timbers to make sure there is no reappearance of the fungal decay.

What should I do if I suspect Dry Rot in my property?

Dry Rot is one of the most feared fungal decays and if found in a property needs expert treatment to ensure the out break is contained and not allowed to spread. Timberwise are experts in treating Dry Rot and have been for over 45 years. To arrange a survey from one of their Dry Rot experts simply pick up the phone and call 0800 288 8660 or complete their on-line dry rot survey request form (http://www.timberwise.co.uk/request-a-property-survey/).

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