I have expertise with both wet and dry rot manifestations and I am happy to liaise with specialists to cut costs and achieve desired results.

Damp in homes is usually one of two types:

1. Penetrating (most common).
2. Rising (relatively unusual in chalky - therefore well drained, Sussex).

Damp can lead to more serious problems such as wet and dry rot.

Dry rot is to be acted upon as soon as detected and requires specialist treatment with chemicals as well as removal of timber from around any manifestation of up to 1 metre distance. It is VERY IMPORTANT to prevent the fungus from spreading as ultimately it can cause buildings to cease to be viable. The fungus moves fast and can spread quickly throughout a building if left unchecked. Spores can remain viable for up to 9 years.

Treatment for the problems mentioned above is to address the root cause first, before treating the symptoms.

Pictured is a repair made to a boundary roof wall in Toronto Terrace, Hanover.