ADP Damp Proofing -

ADP Damp Proofing provide rising damp and timber preservation services in Sheffield. Both Dry & Wet rot Fungal decay affects many different types of buildings of all ages, if you discover decay in your property it will need to be identified and dealt with immediately. Rising damp and Fungal decay in Sheffield comes about due to the wood becoming wet, which can be be for a number of reasons including building faults and weathering. Once moisture is in the timber and exceeds 20 per cent, the timber is then deemed a risk and rising damp or decay is inevitable. Our damp proof services will include investigating and sourcing the dampness, then continuing in eliminating the ingress of moisture to correct the problem.

The Difference Between Dry Rot & Wet Rot

Dry rot is only caused by Serpula lacrymans and is considered the most serious form of fungal decay in a building. It can spread very quickly and destroy much of the timber.

Wet rot happens more often, but is considered less serious as the decay is usually confined to an area of the timber that has remained wet.

Both dry and wet rot start in very similar ways. Fungi develops by millions of microscopic spores in the air, and if they should fall on untreated damp wood they will germinate. The timber the begins to break down for food for the fungi. Some warning signs include wood darkening, bleaching or cracking.

If decay or rising damp is not dealt with, the wood will eventually lose its strength and will become dangerously unsafe. The main difference between dry rot and wet rot is the extent of the decay in the wood. Although similar it is important to distinguish the two types of decay as they require different wood treatments in Sheffield.

For damp proofing and timber treatment in Sheffield contact the specialists today by telephone or email. Our experienced and friendly team are ready to provide you with expert advise and great customer service.