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We offer dry rot treatment and remediation services in Brighton. Our team of experienced professionals has been providing these services for over 10 years with a success rate of 95%. We understand that the diagnosis and eradication of dry rot is an intricate process, so we take all necessary steps to ensure complete eradication. In addition, our expertise extends beyond just treatments; we also offer prevention advice to help you avoid any further infestations or damage in the future.
The team at Brighton Damp Treatments offers treatment and remediation of dry rot. They have over 30 years’ experience in the industry, providing quality services to both commercial and residential clients. Their expertise has enabled them to develop a comprehensive system for identifying, eliminating and preventing the growth of dry rot fungus. They use specialist techniques such as replastering with breathable materials to ensure that any damp or wet conditions are removed from your property. All their work is completed by skilled technicians who understand how best to protect your home or business from this destructive fungus.
Serpula lacrymans, commonly referred to as Dry Rot, is a wood-destroying fungus which requires water for germination, growth and survival. This applies to all fungi that destroy wood – they need moisture and a food source of wood. If either of these are not present the fungus will stop growing and eventually die. When water penetrates the wooden material it also permits bacteria and microfungi to colonise it; this breakdowns part of the cell structure making it porous so that further moisture can be absorbed – if conditions are suitable then colonies of fungi can form on the surface too.
The fungus spore settles on damp wood and germinates before the initial growth appears. Enzymes created by the growing fine hyphae break down the wood, making it more porous and enabling further moisture infiltration. The thin filaments of fungal growth rapidly expand into a bigger mass of mycelium, spreading across and inside the wood as well as through masonry. In humid conditions, the mycelium of lacrymans takes on a cotton-wool-like appearance. These droplets of water that appear in a very humid and stagnant atmosphere resemble teardrops, thus giving it its name. The fungus drains excess moisture from the wood which leads to this phenomenon.
A Sporophore may form as the damage escalates. It has a ‘fleshy pancake’ shape, featuring large pores and an orange/ochre hue. The spores clump around the fruiting body producing a red ‘dust’ that can be seen on joinery and furniture surfaces when Dry Rot is present. Notably, this wood-destroying fungus can even spread through brickwork if conditions are optimal; it may even traverse dry materials.
If you live in Brighton or are looking to buy a property there, don’t ignore any peculiar occurrences; they may be the first signs of this awful fungus.
It’s vital to get in touch with Brighton Damp Treatments straight away so you can book a professional timber and damp survey. Give us a call on **XX** or drop us a line to organise an appointment with one of our damp proofing experts for the best solution for your property’s damp issues. We offer specialist services covering rising damp, wet Rot, timber treatments and remedial works.
This capacity can result in major problems with spreading to neighboring rooms and even extending beyond the property boundaries, at times detected from over 2 meters away from its source of food.
Serpula lacrymans needs a minimum moisture content of 28-30% to begin attacking wood, but once established it can remain active even at 20%. Its growth is restricted when relative humidity falls below 86%, although above 76% it may stay dormant.
Brighton Damp Treatments are adept at all aspects of rot management and the associated risks. Identifying and fixing the source of water, plus providing swift drying are critical. Removing infected timbers and their sustenance, as well as exposing affected areas, will quickly restrict its progress.
Such tasks must be carried out by a professional firm with PCA membership. Work should never be done by a contractor without this accreditation.
Wood rot and dampness are two of the most destructive issues that can affect a property; they can cause considerable damage to wood and masonry, as well as extensive disruption and cost to rectify. The only way to tackle this serious wood rot problem is by stopping the source of the damp and removing the fungus.
We locate the source of dampness, eliminate it, and then cut out damaged timbers beyond any visible mycelium. Wall plaster is also removed as necessary. We are thorough in our approach to dry rot correction, which can be costly if left untreated – up to thousands of pounds in repairs due to severe structural damage, not to mention its potential for spreading elsewhere on your property.
Contact Brighton Damp Treatments today. We can help you with all your damp problems, no matter how big or small. Our experienced team of professionals have over 30 years of experience and are highly trained in the latest treatments to ensure optimal results for our clients. Get in touch now to discuss your situation and receive a free estimate on the job.
Brighton Damp Treatments provide a wide variety of products and brands. Every situation requires its own set of parameters, which results in many solutions to repair timber damage.
It is sensible to remove any sources of dampness before addressing the destruction caused by dry rot and woodworm. Such issues as rising damp, penetrating damp, wet Rot, excessive condensation, building faults and other factors leading to timber decay should be dealt with in order to avoid future treatments being necessary.
Brighton Damp Treatments have completed numerous surveys and restorations on both residential and commercial premises. Our reputation as one of Brighton’s foremost dry rot, damp proofing, water damage and woodworm removal specialists is unrivalled. Thousands of customers have taken advantage of our professional dry rot & damp treatment services to rid their homes of problems permanently. All plastering meets our own Dry Rot & Damp Proofing/Dry Rot Re-Plastering System standards; we only use the safest, highest qulity timber preservatives available.
Brighton Damp Treatments are experts in damp-proofing with years of experience providing the following services:
The timber should be treated with a preservative to protect it from rot and decay, as well as insect infestation. Apply the preservative liberally over all surfaces of the wood in order to ensure full coverage. Allow the treatment to dry completely before using or storing the timber. Treat timber with a preservative for protection against rot and bug infestations. Generously cover every surface with it, then let it dry fully prior to use or storage.
Brighton Damp Treatments are adept at all aspects of rot management and the associated risks. Identifying and fixing the source of water, plus providing swift drying are critical. Removing infected timbers and their sustenance, as well as exposing affected areas, will quickly restrict its progress. Such tasks must be carried out by a professional firm with PCA membership. Work should never be done by a contractor without this accreditation.
Employing us for the entire task removes the difficulty of split responsibility created by a third-party contractor completing part of it, thus avoiding many frequent breakdowns and expensive issues.
Brighton Damp Treatments is held in high regard as one of Brighton’s most dependable rot treatment and remediation companies. We provide our services throughout the city, and have been members of the Property Care Association (PCA) and Trust Mark for many years (Government Endorsed Standards).
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Sussex Damp Experts is well-versed in all of the aspects that go into rot eradication and the importance of management measures and associated hazards. Finding and repairing the source of the water, as well as supporting speedy drying, are top priorities. Removing the infected timbers and their food supply and exposing the infected areas will limit the progress of the attack very rapidly. These repairs and treatments must be handled by a professional company. Work should never be done by a contractor who is not a member of the Property Care Association (PCA).
Using us for all of the work eliminates the issue of split accountability generated by a third-party contractor doing part of the task and is the source of many ongoing breakdowns and costly problems.
Sussex Damp Experts is regarded as one of Sussex’s most trustworthy Rot Treatment & Remediation companies. We service all Sussex, and we’ve been members of the Property Care Association (PCA) and Trust Mark for a long time (Government Endorsed Standards).
Please get in contact with us or call XX to receive the best advice on how to tackle your property’s damp timber.
Wood rot and dampness are two of the most devastating problems that may occur in a property; they can cause significant damage and destruction to wood and masonry and substantial disturbance and expense to remove. Stopping the source of the damp and eradicating the fungus assault are the only ways to deal with this severe wood rot problem.
Dry Rot will quickly spread throughout your home if left untreated, causing severe structural damage and requiring thousands of pounds in repairs. Each fungus spore has the potential to start a new dry rot epidemic somewhere else on your land. We are pretty thorough in our corrective work. We begin by identifying the exact source of the problem (damp) and eliminating it. The damaged timbers are cut out to beyond the last visible indication of mycelium, and the wall plaster is removed.
Before replacing the woods with new pre-treated lumber and re-plastering in accordance with our specification, the walls and surviving timbers are thoroughly treated with high-performance timber preservatives.
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Sussex Damp Experts offers a diverse range of products and brands. Each case has its own set of requirements and constraints, resulting in many treatment and repair options for timber damage.
It’s advisable to eradicate any causes of dampness before repairing the damage caused by dry rot and woodworm. Problems as rising damp, penetrating damp, wet Rot, excessive condensation, building defects and other causes of timber decay should also be addressed to prevent future timber treatment needs.
Because no two cases are alike, please get in touch with our staff at 01273 920588 for customised advice and quotes.
Several dry Rot and damp surveys and restoration contracts have been completed by Sussex Damp Experts on both private and commercial premises. We have an exceptional reputation as one of Sussex’s leading dry Rot, damp proofing, water damage, and woodworm removal specialists. Thousands of customers have benefitted from our expert dry rot and damp treatment, which has permanently removed the problems from their homes. All plastering is done in accordance with our Sussex Damp Experts’ Dry Rot and Damp Proofing and Dry Rot re-plastering system, and we only use the safest and best high-performance timber preservatives.
Sussex Damp Experts are damp proofing specialists with experience in the following services:
Give us a call on XX or contact us to have one of our experts analyse your property and give you the best cost-effective advice on eliminating and repairing damp problems.
Max and his team have been at our property all week and I really can’t thank them enough for the fantastic job they’ve done on plastering both our walls and ceilings. They have literally transformed the appearance of our house! Not only has Ma…
From start to finish Max has been incredable. His knowledge lin damp proofing is second to none and his team where very clean and polite. The plastered finish was like glass so happy we choose Max Plastering for job.
Lovely bunch of lads left a very neat and clean job. Problem was solved.
Perfect Finnish and all left clean and tidy and no mess. Used Max previously and would not hesitate to ask him carry out more work.
Max, Harvey and Stuart arrived promptly as arranged. Done a great job on our outside rear wall. Work completed to a high standard, removal of all old material and cleaned up after themselves. I am so pleased with the standard of their work they ar…
They turned up on time and carried out the works in a very professional manor leaving the front of the house clean and tidy. Very impressed would definitely recommend.
I have to say that on every level Max (with Stuart and Harvey) did an extremely professional job! They explained what they were going to do, they were polite and courteous and respected that they were coming into our home. The plastering is of the…
I called max and he managed to come around the same day to do a survey. The next day I received an extremely detailed survey compared to any other damp proofer which made me feel very at ease that he was going to do the right job. Max and team tur…
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