This was an extensive dry rot outbreak, or to use its Latin name, Serpula lacrymans. How did it get there? In this particular situation, rainwater had been passing down an uncapped chimney, resulting in a build-up of moisture to the subfloor area of this lower cottage flat. Damp, unventilated areas are perfect breeding grounds for dry rot to develop.
Unfortunately, as dry rot is a growing fungus, it had affected not only the ground floor property but had extended all the way to the roof timbers of the upper cottage flat above. This is exactly why dry rot needs to be dealt with quickly and properly by specialists who know what they are looking for.
Dry rot is the most destructive fungus that can be found in a property. The treatment comes down to three steps: cut back and remove all affected material, sterilise the area thoroughly, then reform with new timbers. It sounds simple, but if not done correctly this can result in the fungus regrowing. It is also paramount to have the moisture ingress issue addressed, which in this case meant capping the chimney to prevent further rainwater entry.
Have no hesitation in recommending APS. Was unfortunate to find dry rot in my property, but this was made so much easier to deal with due to the professional work of Jonathan, Drew and Alan. Easy to get in contact with and quoted a very competitive price. Workmanship was done to a very high standard. Talked us through everything they did from start to finish, and Jonathan was always at the end of the phone if I had any questions. Thoroughly professional from start to finish and left the house clean after the job was finished.
Dry rot is the most destructive fungus that can affect a property and needs specialist treatment. Get a professional assessment from Glasgow’s longest-running PCA registered timber specialists, with no-obligation surveys across Glasgow and Central Scotland.
