Wet Rot Timber Decay
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Identify and Repair Wet Rot Before It's Too Late

Wet rot is a serious issue that can silently compromise the structural integrity of your property. At AMS Surveys, our chartered building surveyors in Liverpool specialise in diagnosing wet rot, identifying the root cause, and providing clear, actionable advice to resolve the issue.

Whether you're a homeowner, landlord, housing association or managing commercial buildings, we provide expert timber condition surveys, tailored reports, and cost-effective repair strategies.

We offer comprehensive independent damp and timber surveys across North Wales, Cheshire, Lancashire, Liverpool, Manchester and the surrounding area to gather the facts and give you the knowledge you need to resolve your wet and dry problems.

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HOW TO IDENTIFY WET ROT?

Wet rot can be difficult to identify as it is often present in dark, poorly ventilated, non-visible areas such as cellars, lofts, roofs, under floorboards, window and door frames, and under stairs. Wet rot can be identified through the following features:

Dark brown staining on the timber.
Splitting or longitudinal cracking along the grain of the timber.
A damp, musty smell.
Timber that is damp to the touch.
Localised fungus growing on the timber.
The affected area is darker in colour than the surrounding timber.
The timber has a soft, spongy feel.
The timber caves in easily when prodded with a screwdriver.
The timber crumbles and cracks when dry.

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SPECIALIST TIMBER INSPECTIONS BY QUALIFIED SURVEYORS

Our wet rot surveys are carried out by RICS-accredited building surveyors who use professional equipment such as:

Moisture meters to detect elevated timber moisture content
Calcium carbide testing for accurate damp source identification
Borescope or intrusive inspection tools, where needed, to inspect behind finishes

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE TIMBER SURVEY?

✔ Full visual and moisture mapping of affected areas
✔ Assessment of timber strength and condition
✔ Identification of moisture sources (roof leaks, damp walls, plumbing)
✔ Tailored recommendations and repair specifications
✔ Indicative repair costs to aid budgeting or negotiation
✔ 5-star customer service and follow-up support

FIXING THE PROBLEM AT SOURCE

Our surveys don’t just tell you the timber is decayed — we tell you why, and what to do about it. We provide advice on:

Improved ventilation and airflow
Damp-proofing and rainwater goods maintenance
Replacement vs. resin repair of affected timbers
Future-proofing your property against recurrence

We can also recommend vetted contractors to carry out the work if needed or provide contract administration to oversee the repairs as part of a wider project.