Case Studies
Glue Laminated Timber Structure Case Study
Deterioration of structural timbersBristol City Centre, Sail Structure. Client: Bristol City Council
Exposure Surveying Ltd carry out condition assessments on Glu-lam structures. The prominent glu-lam structure in the centre of Bristol was dismantled following our inspection. The following case study highlights the benefits of using non destructive instrumentation to successfully assess the subsurface condition of timbers.
Deathwatch Beetle in an oak rafter
Deathwatch Beetle (Xestobium Rufovillosum)Devon
This case study shows the remains of an oak common rafter which suffered from Deathwatch Beetle.
The rapid growth of Dry Rot fungus
Dry Rot Fungus (Serpula lacrymans)East Molesey, London
The speed of Dry Rot fungus growth is clearly shown in the two photographs in this case study.
They were taken only 17 days apart.
Common Furniture Beetle in Reading
Common Furniture Beetle (Anobium punctatum)Reading
This case involved an active insect infestation in Reading.
Infestation in loft conversion
House longhorn beetle (Hylotrupes bajulus)South West France
A builder discovered an infestation whilst undertaking a loft conversion. Exposure Surveying Ltd were engaged to investigate and report on the condition of the timbers.