Question: Some of the unpainted wood on our vacation cabin has started to rot. Is there a way to treat this and paint over it, or do we have to replace it? Answer: Wood with minor rot can often be ...

A leaking caulk joint in a shower can cause wood rot. Leaks around a toilet commonly cause rot in wood subfloors and joists below. Roof leaks and dryer or bath-fan exhaust in attics can rot out roof ...

It's easy to confuse termite damage and wood rot. Both result in deteriorating wood and can be devastating to a home. However, termite damage and wood rot have entirely different causes, so their ...

Wood rot is a sibling to mold growth. Mold growth requires but three things: a food source, mold spores and water. Those ...

A soft spot or partial decay on your deck may not seem like a huge deal, but it could be a sign of disaster to come - ...

If your home was constructed out of wood, its structural integrity depends on the natural material remaining intact and sturdy. So if you happen to notice that wood in your walls, floors, or support ...

It seems like I have been starting a lot of articles and conversations with “all the rain we have been having …” and then we talk about bugs, mildew and rotted wood. But rotted wood doesn’t happen ...

Our wet El Nino winter has eased our water shortage and made everything green, but in the process, moisture may have found some weak spots in your home. That’s where Public Enemy #1 is waiting — dry ...

Termite damage is due to insects, while wood rot is caused by fungus or water. Knowing the difference between termite damage and wood rot is vital to preventing and treating them. It's easy to confuse ...

Homeowners face a difficult choice with rotted wood: Should the wood be replaced or repaired? In my opinion, if the wood is badly damaged and it is possible to replace it with a reasonable amount of ...