Dry Rot Repair: Wood rot often comes as an unpleasant surprise. Left untreated, with the right conditions, wood rot can spread and eventually weaken the structure of your home. Of course, a home with significant rot will also lose its resale value, so it’s imperative to take action.

Dry rot can happen to even relatively young houses, so make a plan to check annually. Where wood and water meet, the risk of dry rot exists. The longer the area takes to dry, the higher the risk. Take a clipboard, pen, flashlight, and flat-head screwdriver to test any suspicious areas in a systematic search. Early detection is key to keeping dry rot repairs as inexpensive as possible.