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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Wood Rot
Monday, November 11, 2019
Although commonly called wood rot, the formal name on a WDO (Wood Destroying Organism) report for a real estate transaction is “wood decay fungi,” the structural deterioration of moist wood caused by a fungal infestation. Here’s links with answers to the questions we get asked most frequently about wood rot.
• Where are the most common places to find wood rot on a house?
• How does a home inspector evaluate wood rot?
• Does wood rot spread? Is it contagious?
• How do I treat wood rot that's listed in my termite-WDO report?
• What causes wood rot on a home?
• Why is the inspector calling out rotten wood on my termite inspection?
• Is wood rot found on a home inspection considered serious?
• Is wood-decay fungi found during a termite (WDO) inspection the same as mold?
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