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Services - Timber Decay   Dry Rot or Wet Rot? The morphology of the fungus together with the conditions of growth and the appearance of the decayed wood were all assessed and it was found that the Wet Rot Fibroporia vaillantii was present.   In response to a householders concern over a 'mushroomy' smell investigations revealed that an attack of Dry Rot (Serpula lacrymans) was taking place. Note the split skirting and the fresh white fruiting body at its base. Need help and advice? During flood damage repairs a ceiling was removed and this decayed joist was revealed. Was the decay was ongoing? Careful inspection revealed that this was in fact previous Wet Rot decay and after drying out no further treatment was needed.   This Dado rail suddenly began to distort and crack months after a flood. Careful observation and assessment confirmed that Dry Rot (Serpula lacrymans) was present requiring a systematic and extensive eradication programme. Independent Advice Without Commercial Bias