Timber Treatments
Timber treatment is a generic term which refers to a variety of treatments for dealing with a number of problems associated with wood.
Of these problems, there are three main categories:
At Damp Group Bristol Ltd, we have a team of specialists who are able to correctly identify all of these timber problems.
All our surveyors provide a comprehensive report detailing not only the cause of timber issues, but also the best way of carrying out the timber treatment and repair.
No matter which type of timber damp treatment is required, our specialist operatives can insure ensure timber repairs on your property are carried out to the highest standard.
Woodworm Treatment
Woodworm is a collective term for a number of wood-boring insects whose larvae infest timber. The most common type of insect are death watch, weevil and powder post beetle.
Eggs are laid on the surface of timber which then hatch, the resulting worm burrows deep into the wood feeding off it for many years.
Once the larvae reach maturity, they pupate and turn into woodworm beetles. Most beatles will look to leave the timber in order to find a mate, but some of these beetles will remain – the process becomes cyclical. The cycle needs to be broken, in order to completely eradicate the problem.
Certain species are more resilient to specific forms of woodworm pesticides, so it’s important to seek expert advice.
If timber infestation is suspected, we can also advise on any necessary woodworm treatment.
Dry Rot
Dry rot is of the most destructive conditions that can affect a property. It can spread quickly and can devastate timbers from underfloor battens to roof joists, potentially compromising the structural integrity of the property.
What causes dry rot?
Dry rot is a fungus, whose spores germinate when in contact with wet timber, literally devouring it.
Dry rot spreads quickly and rapidly, particularly when there is excessive moisture in the wood, perhaps from rain water penetration, leaking pipes, wet window sills, basically any constant exposure to water.
Dry rot is a serious problem, and it is vital to have remedied immediately.
Wet rot
Wet rot is a collective term for several types of white rots and brown rots, all of which survive and thrive in very high moisture areas.
For wet rot fungus and spores to form, a moisture content above 30% is generally required. This is the reason why the rot develops extremely close to the water source, which usually occurs as a result of defects with the original build, rising damp or penetrating damp.
Wet rot presents itself by way of a damp and musty smell, wood will appear spongy, springy feel and swollen and misshapen.
While less destructive than dry rot, wet rot absolutely needs to be stopped in its tracks before permeating a large section of a property.
Damp Group Bristol Ltd are experts at identifying, treating and permanently eliminating all sources of wood rot.
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