To avoid costly home repairs, we all know that regular maintenance is the key. Something home owners should be aware of is wood decay also known as wood rot. This is not the same as damage to wood caused by termites or carpenter ants but is a form of fungus. This fungus loves warm, damp environments but is pretty tough and so can survive in more extreme conditions.
Perhaps you are wondering what areas of a house are more vulnerable to wood decay. Its good to consider what it needs to thrive, moisture, oxygen and a food source. There are a lot of places in a home that can provide all these things, here is a list of a few of them:
Roof penetrations which have incorrect or damaged flashing.
Wood which comes into direct contact with concrete, soil or masonry.
Cracks in foundations
Insufficient grading which means that water cannot drain away from the foundation, and so creates pooling.
Ground floor decking or deck support posts.
Area surrounding corroded plumbing fixtures as well as sub flooring which surrounds toilets and tubs.
Plumbing leaks
If they have not been correctly installed, you could see wood rot underneath sliding glass doors and windows.
Perhaps after seeing this list, you will be able to locate areas where wood rot might be a problem in your home. If you are unsure about detecting wood rot, why not consider a home inspection. This way, you will be able to either detect the problem or find out ways of preventing it.
Perhaps you are wondering what areas of a house are more vulnerable to wood decay. Its good to consider what it needs to thrive, moisture, oxygen and a food source. There are a lot of places in a home that can provide all these things, here is a list of a few of them:
Roof penetrations which have incorrect or damaged flashing.
Wood which comes into direct contact with concrete, soil or masonry.
Cracks in foundations
Insufficient grading which means that water cannot drain away from the foundation, and so creates pooling.
Ground floor decking or deck support posts.
Area surrounding corroded plumbing fixtures as well as sub flooring which surrounds toilets and tubs.
Plumbing leaks
If they have not been correctly installed, you could see wood rot underneath sliding glass doors and windows.
Perhaps after seeing this list, you will be able to locate areas where wood rot might be a problem in your home. If you are unsure about detecting wood rot, why not consider a home inspection. This way, you will be able to either detect the problem or find out ways of preventing it.
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