6 places you might find wood rot in your home, what you should never ignore and what to do about it

Open plan kitchen-diner with pitched wooden ceiling, wooden beams, and wooden dining table.

Caused by moisture-loving fungi, wood rot weakens wooden structures over time, leading to potentially expensive repairs if left unchecked. But how do you spot it?

In this guide, we’ll look at how to identify the signs of wood rot, where you’re most likely to find it indoors and outdoors, and how to prevent it.