Dry rot is essentially a wood decay caused by fungi which can ruin wooden structures outside and inside of your home. Scientifically, dry rot (also called brown rot) occurs when the fungi breaks down components of the wood which give the wood the strength it needs. Once dry rot occurs and spreads, it makes the wood weak and brittle, causing structural problems. Dry rot usually happens after a period of damp.

Unfortunately, most social housing tenants will not recognise that the housing problem they are experiencing, is discrimination. It is unlawful to suffer discrimination by your social housing provider because of your characteristic(s). Social housing organisations (your council or housing association) have a duty not to discriminate against you and your housing needs.