What's the best way to tell...
What’s the best way to tell whether I have dry rot in my house’s beams?
Answer
A good test is to stick a knife blade into the wood. If it goes in easily, you have dry rot, which is caused by a fungus. Any diseased beams or boards should be replaced.
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