Structural Repair
Termite and Wood Rot Damage Repair
Wood that has been eaten by termites or softened by rot can no longer carry its load. We probe to find the extent of the damage, remove the weak wood, repair or replace it and fix the moisture, and we advise on contacting a pest professional for treatment.
- Best forSoft, hollow or crumbling wood
- Typical rhythmOften one to three days
- TeamCarpenters who rebuild damaged framing
- Pairs well withMoisture control and sistering
What you get
What termite and wood rot damage repair includes
- 1Extent mappedProbing shows where damage starts and stops.
- 2Weak wood removedDamaged material is cut out and replaced.
- 3New wood protectedReplacement lumber is treated and kept dry.
- 4Cause addressedMoisture and access that invited the damage are fixed.
How it goes
From the first call to a dry, finished space
- 1Probe and mapWe test the wood and mark damaged areas.
- 2Remove and rebuildWeak wood is replaced with new framing.
- 3Protect the repairNew wood is treated and moisture is fixed.
- 4Plan preventionWe advise on pest control and ongoing checks.
Good fit when
Is termite and wood rot damage repair right for you?
- A screwdriver sinks into the wood
- You see mud tubes or hollow-sounding boards
- A past leak left dark, soft wood
- You are buying a house with possible damage
Questions
About termite and wood rot damage repair
Do you treat termites?
We repair the wood and fix the moisture that invites them. For active termites we recommend a pest control professional for treatment, and coordinate with them on the repair.
How far does the damage spread?
It depends on the moisture and the pests. Probing and moisture readings show how far it goes.
Related services
Often paired with this
Floor Joist Sistering and RepairNew lumber bolted beside weak joists to bring strength back to the floor.See the service 
Subfloor Repair and ReplacementCut out the soft or rotted section and replace it with new, solid panels.See the service 
Pest and Rodent ExclusionSeal the gaps that let mice, rats and insects into the space under your house.See the service Where we work
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