Wood Rot Repair, McKinney TX

Our expert team has tackled multiple cases of rotten wood. While some cases were minor, there were also incidents where the structural integrity of a system was affected. It’s not always easy to detect the soft or dry rot fungus, especially during its early stages. It could be surfaces taking longer to dry or peeling paint that shows discolored lumber underneath. What you believe is an unsightly view could mean serious damage underneath.

When you live in a hot muggy state, dealing with high levels of humidity is inevitable. At least you have AC inside your home and can protect your furniture and other wooden structures. But exterior systems like your fence, deck, siding, corner boards, and fascia boards will have a much harder time. That’s why our expert McKinney wood rot repair technicians recommend periodic maintenance and inspection services to ensure damaged surfaces are cleaned and sealed properly.

Common Types of Rot Mr. Handyman Handles:

There are two main types of fungal decay that attack timber regularly in McKinney homes.

• Dry rot: The dry rot fungus is often referred to as brown rot and is considered the most destructive type of rot that also spreads fast. It feeds off the cellulose at the heart of the timber, absorbing all its nutrients and strength, leaving it dry and brittle. Visible signs include cuboidal cracking, grey strands, deep cracks across the wood grain, and musty smells. Early detection is key to preventing structural damage, which includes a structure’s framing.
• Wet rot: Wet rot is distinctive for its fruiting bodies that spread white clouds of spores. Although it is not as destructive as the brown variant and doesn’t spread as fast, it is still a huge risk factor for a structure’s health and stability. The best visible signs include wet wood taking too long to dry. Without effective wood rot repair, McKinney, TX homeowners could experience costly repairs down the road.

Common Areas that Require Wood Rot Treatment:

Whether it is a space that you regularly use or somewhere you never go unless you have a service lined up for it, we recommend checking all of them.

• Hardwood floors (including subfloor)
• Interior trims: door frames, window frames and sills, baseboard, crown molding
• Indoor stairs: treads, stringers
• Backyard deck (cedar, redwood, and pre-treated timber)
• Fence (cedar, pine, pressure-treated lumber)
• Fascia boards beneath the roof eaves
• Other exterior trims: door and window frames, corner boards, frieze boards
• Attic space: beams, floor joists, wall studs
• Crawl spaces