Timber Treatment in Pontefract – Dry Rot, Wet Rot & Woodworm Solutions
Worried about crumbling joists or signs of rot in your walls or flooring? Pontefract Insulation Ltd provides expert timber treatment services across Pontefract and surrounding areas. With over 50 years’ experience, we help homeowners protect their properties from dry rot, wet rot and wood-boring insects.
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Why Timber Needs Protecting in Yorkshire Homes
Rot and insect attack are common in homes with hidden damp or poor ventilation. Left untreated, they can compromise floorboards, roof timbers and load-bearing structures — leading to expensive repairs and dangerous conditions.
We’re here to help with:
- Dry rot treatment
- Wet rot identification and control
- Woodworm (wood boring beetle) eradication
- Timber preservation and replacement
- Full diagnostic surveys and written reports
Whether you’re preparing to sell, renovating an older property or simply want peace of mind about your home’s condition — we’re here to help.
What Is Dry Rot?
Dry rot (Serpula lacrymans) is a highly destructive fungus that thrives in damp, poorly ventilated areas. Once established, it can travel through walls, plaster and masonry in search of more timber to feed on.
Common signs include:
- Brittle, cracked timber with cube-like splitting
- White or grey cotton wool-like growth on wood
- Fruiting bodies with a rust-coloured centre
- Musty odour and flaking paint near affected areas
Dry rot can cause serious structural damage, especially in suspended floors, basements and roof timbers. If caught early, it can be treated with targeted removal and specialist fungicidal treatments.
Our Proven 3-Step Plan for Timber Preservation
Rising damp doesn’t go away on its own. If left untreated, you may face:
Book a Full Timber Survey
We inspect your property’s affected areas, diagnose the issue and explain our findings clearly.
Receive a Written Report
You’ll get a detailed report and quotation — ideal for buyers, sellers or homeowners preparing for renovation.
Treatment and Restoration
Our technicians carry out the work with minimal disruption. Whether it’s treating rafters, joists or under-floor timbers, we’ll leave your home safer and stronger.
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Wet Rot: The More Common Cousin
Wet rot is less aggressive than dry rot but far more common. It occurs in persistently damp timber and typically remains localised. You might see:
- Soft, spongy wood
- Discolouration or dark staining
- Flaking timber surfaces
- Musty smells or surface mould
Wet rot treatment involves removing the moisture source, replacing affected timber, and treating remaining wood to prevent recurrence.
Why Choose Pontefract Insulation Ltd
Why Choose Pontefract Insulation Ltd
Family-owned and operated since 1973
Trusted by local homeowners, estate agents and landlords
Detailed surveys and reports for property sales and purchases
Long-term company guarantees and optional insurance-backed cover
Specialists in rising damp, timber decay and basement waterproofing
Serving Pontefract, Castleford, Wakefield, Normanton, Featherstone and Knottingley
Why Act Now?
Prompt treatment means a drier, healthier home — and fewer costs down the line. Rising damp is most common in older properties across Pontefract, Castleford, Wakefield and surrounding towns — especially where original DPCs have failed or where patio installations have bridged the damp-proof course.