Timberwise (UK) Ltd

14/10/2026

Dry rot is a pervasive and destructive type of fungi that eats at the cellulose in timber, leaving it dry, brittle, and prone to breaking and collapsing.

While dry rot can affect almost any timber, it has its favourites of where it likes to set up shop and take root.

Read the full article on what wood is most vulnerable to dry rot here: https://www.timberwise.co.uk/blog/what-wood-most-vulnerable-dry-rot/

Dry rot is a highly destructive form of fungal decay which attacks damp timber. Different to wet rot, dry rot only needs a small amount of moisture present in

13/10/2026

A student house in Middlesbrough was tackling a large problem of condensation buildup and black mould.

An external survey of the building found a number of defects that were more than likely causing damp pe*******on which was leading to the problems inside, including a faulty roof and blocked gutterings.

While we weren’t able to provide any remedial works this time round, we advised the client to book another survey with us in a few months’ time to make sure there is no rising damp at the house.

Read the full case study here: https://www.timberwise.co.uk/case-studies/damp-condensation-student-house-middlesbrough/

08/10/2026

A team of woodworm had bitten off far more than anyone could chew with this property down in Oxford. A severe outbreak of the common furniture beetle had affected the ground floor hallway and staircase and caused enough structural damage that the timber was at risk of collapse.

We recommended and assisted the client with full timber replacements and an insecticidal treatment that would eradicate the infestation and prevent it from coming back.

Read the full report here: https://www.timberwise.co.uk/case-studies/woodworm-treatment-oxford-structural-timber-repair/

07/10/2026

Damp proofing and waterproofing sound like two words for the same thing, but they each have very distinct purposes, methods, and materials. Not sure which one you’d need for your water ingress problem?

Click the link here for a deepdive on both and which one is the right solution for you: https://www.timberwise.co.uk/blog/the-difference-between-waterproofing-and-damp-proofing/

Need to know what the difference is between waterproofing and damp proofing? This article should help you understand

06/10/2026

A busy Tuesday at the office!

Our wonderful team at our head office in Northwich hosted our first ever MacMillan Coffee Morning! With bakes supplied by our staff, everyone had a great morning having cake and coffee - all while raising money for a good cause.

06/10/2026

Case study: basement waterproofing for a home in Newport, South Wales

We recently completed a full basement waterproofing solution for a residential client in Newport, South Wales to fully protect it from water ingress and create a space that was safe for habitation and storage.

With any basement waterproofing task, there is always the risk of water ingress caused by changing water tables, blocked drains, localised flooding, and so on. In these instances, the ground becomes heavily saturated which can seep into the basement.

To ensure a fully dry interior, we had to identify the weakest points in the structure where water could seep in, then figure out how to manage water ingress whilst effectively managing hydrostatic pressure.

The result was a fully waterproof basement that adhered to BS 8102:2022 Grade 1a Type C waterproofing design standards.

You can read the full case study here: https://www.timberwise.co.uk/case-studies/basement-waterproofing-newport-south-wales/

01/10/2026

Case study: Damp Proofing for a Terraced Property in Lincoln

We were contacted by a rental agency in Lincoln to inspect problems associated with rising damp, which was causing heavy salt deposits in the property. It had left the interior walls damp, with bubbling and peeling wallpaper and plaster.

To get the property ready for tenants, Timberwise laid out a multi-step plan to resolve the source of the internal damp by injecting a damp proof course and re-plastering the area so it is ready for redecoration.

Read the full case study here: https://www.timberwise.co.uk/case-studies/damp-proofing-terrace-lincoln/

30/09/2026

🚨 Calling all students! 🚨

Moving into halls? Or your first rented property through a landlord? If it’s your first time away from home, there’s a big chance you’ll come across black mould in your accommodation.

We’ve laid out everything you need to know about black mould, why it’s a risk, what you can do, and when you need to call your landlord to fix it.

You can read it here: https://www.timberwise.co.uk/blog/what-to-do-if-my-student-accommodation-has-black-mould/

Found black mould in your student accommodation? Here's how to fix it yourself and what to do if you can't and who to talk to about it.

29/09/2026

Case Study: Damp and Condensation Control in Kirkcaldy

When a homeowner in Kirkcaldy noticed persistent dampness and atmospheric moisture in their 1960s end-terraced property, Timberwise were called in to perform a comprehensive survey.

We found a number of external defects around the property, along with poor ventilation inside, that was causing penetrating damp and condensation. We also noted that poor subfloor ventilation was increasing the property’s risk of a wet or dry rot fungal attack.

Timberwise provided the client with a comprehensive report and action plan, which included extensive damp proofing and timber replacement work, as well as the installation of new extraction units for the bathroom and kitchen to help with the build up of condensation.

For more, check the full report here: https://www.timberwise.co.uk/case-studies/damp-condensation-control-kirkcaldy-fife/

24/09/2026

Case Study: Overcoming Complex Damp and Timber Restoration in Banbury

When a Banbury housing association tasked Timberwise with investigating widespread dampness, condensation, and timber decay in an occupied two-storey brick residence, our team stepped in with a tailored preservation plan.

We found an array of issues outside the property which was leading to the moisture inside. Defective guttering and a breakdown of the existing damp-proof course had led to moisture ingress and hygroscopic salt deposits.

Read the full case study on the problem and how we tackled it here: https://www.timberwise.co.uk/case-studies/damp-proofing-condensation-banbury/