COMPREHENSIVE DRY ROT TREATMENTS AND SOLUTIONS IN CANTERBURY AND KENT

Dry rot (Serpula lacrymans) is a destructive wood-decaying fungus that thrives in damp conditions. Once moisture enters the timber, bacteria and micro-fungi begin breaking down its structure, making it more porous and vulnerable to fungal attack. There are a number of ways that dry rot can spread:

• Spore Growth – Dry rot begins when airborne spores land on damp timber and start developing.

• Hyphae Formation – The fungus grows fine, thread-like structures called hyphae, which break down wood to extract nutrients.

• Mycelium Development – The hyphae form a cotton wool-like mass called mycelium, allowing the fungus to spread.

• Strand Penetration – Dry rot can grow through masonry and across non-wood surfaces, making it difficult to contain.

• Fruiting Body Production – When established, the fungus forms large bodies, often releasing red, dust-like spores into the air.

Because dry rot travels beyond the original damp area, it must be treated quickly to prevent further damage. If you are worried about dry rot, please contact Anglian Tectonics now.