There are many ways to protect your property to ensure its value, including preventing dry rot by making sure your house is properly ventilated to help dissipate moisture. Dry rot can cause wood damage in your home, weakening joists that can make the entire structure unstable. Fortunately, there are many ways to prevent dry rot in your home.
Repair Leaks
It is important to look for and repair leaking pipes to prevent wood from rotting. Undetected leaks not only add moisture to the air, but over time, it can cause wood to rot and allow toxic mould to form. If you have an older home, regularly inspect water pipes to make sure they are dry and not leaking, especially in areas where leaks can go undetected for years.
Apply Fungicides
Dry rot is caused by a fungus that spreads when fed by moisture, whether it is leaking pipes or moisture in the air from poor ventilation. If dry rot is found, a fungicide containing an ingredient called borate is powerful enough to kill it and keep it from continuing to damage your home. If you don’t want to handle chemicals yourself, there are companies that can handle Derbyshire damp and dry rot control for the homes in your area.
Improve Ventilation
Houses that are poorly ventilated are more apt to have mould and dry rot problems, so make sure the air in your house can move freely to remove moisture in the air. Have the ventilation checked in the attic and crawl spaces and, if necessary, add vents or other systems to move the air to keep those areas dry.
If you are vigilant, you can protect the value of your home and prevent dry rot that could damage the structure of your house. Routinely check the pipes and ventilation to keep your investment safe.