Dry rot is one of the most serious forms of timber decay we see in homes. If left untreated, it can spread quickly through structural timbers, flooring, joists and even masonry, causing extensive damage and costly repairs.
At Solvex Damp Proofing, we are specialists in dry rot treatment in Liverpool, carrying out detailed inspections, accurate diagnosis, and effective remedial works designed to stop the timber decay
We work across Liverpool and the surrounding areas, regularly treating dry rot in Victorian and Edwardian homes with suspended timber floors, poor subfloor ventilation and historic moisture problems.
Dry rot requires more than a quick fix. Treating it properly means understanding why it started, how far it has spread, and what conditions allowed it to grow in the first place.
Our dry rot treatment Repair service in Liverpool typically includes:
A full timber and damp survey to confirm active dry rot (Serpula lacrymans)
Identification of the moisture source feeding the outbreak
Assessment of affected timbers, floors and surrounding masonry
Design of a long-term treatment and prevention strategy
Depending on the severity, treatment may involve removal of decayed timber, masonry sterilisation, targeted fungicidal treatments, and improvements to ventilation and moisture control to prevent recurrence.
The aim is simple: eliminate the dry rot and stop it coming back.
Liverpool’s housing stock presents unique challenges when it comes to dry rot. Many older properties were built with suspended timber floors and rely on effective subfloor ventilation to stay dry. When air bricks become blocked, ground levels are raised, or leaks go unnoticed, moisture builds up — creating the perfect conditions for dry rot to thrive.
We regularly treat dry rot in:
Victorian and Edwardian terraces
Ground floor voids and floor structures
Properties with blocked or poorly performing air vents
Homes affected by historic leaks or condensation issues
Because we also specialise in damp diagnostics and timber surveys, we don’t just treat the visible damage — we address the underlying cause.
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