Wood Decay (Hardwood Flooring)

Floor Detective® Claims and Conditions Guide

Summary

Wood decay in hardwood flooring is a moisture-related biological condition involving fungal breakdown of wood structure. Wood decay in hardwood floors may appear as soft, weakened, or deteriorated areas associated with prolonged moisture exposure. The condition may be evaluated alongside other biological conditions such as termite damage and powderpost beetle infestation. The presence of decay does not establish when deterioration began. Wood decay hardwood flooring conditions are typically associated with sustained moisture exposure and biological activity within the wood material rather than i

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