Timber Rot Repair & Restoration

Timber decay is one of the most common issues affecting traditional properties.

Windows, doors, sills, external joinery and exposed timber details can all suffer from moisture damage, failed paint systems and poor previous repairs.

The Period Property Workshop provides timber rot repair and restoration services for traditional properties throughout Dundee, Angus, Perthshire, Fife and the wider Tayside region.

  • Rotten window sills

  • Decayed sash windows

  • Rotten door frames

  • Soft or damaged timber

  • Failed paint protection

  • Water ingress

  • Poor ventilation

  • Previous unsuitable repairs

  • External joinery decay

  • Decayed timber joist ends

  • Rotten floor timbers

  • Damaged roof members

  • Timber beam decay

  • Structural timber deterioration caused by moisture

Common Timber Rot Issues

Our Services

Timber Rot, Repair and Restoration works throughout Scotland.

Window sill repairs

Repairing or replacing damaged sections of timber window sills to improve weather protection and extend service life.

Timber splice repairs

Removing decayed sections and splicing in new timber to retain as much original material as possible while restoring strength and appearance.

External joinery repairs
Timber joist end repairs
Replacement timber sections
Floor timber repairs

Restoring timber features such as fascias, bargeboards, mouldings and other external joinery elements affected by age or weathering.

Repairing decayed joist ends to restore structural integrity while minimising the need for full timber replacement.

Manufacturing and fitting matching timber components where sections are beyond repair, ensuring compatibility with the original joinery.

Repairing damaged floorboards and supporting timbers to improve safety, stability and longevity.

Roof timber repairs

Addressing decay or damage within roof structures to help maintain strength and prevent further deterioration.

Door frame repairs
Sash window timber repairs

Repairing rotten or damaged door frames to improve stability, weather resistance and overall appearance.

Addressing localised decay, damaged glazing bars and worn components to restore the condition and operation of traditional sash windows.

Structural timber restoration

Carrying out sympathetic repairs to significant timber elements while preserving as much original fabric as possible.

Identifying likely causes of timber deterioration and providing practical recommendations to reduce the risk of recurring problems.

Advice on preventing future decay
Preparation for decoration

Preparing repaired timber surfaces for painting or finishing to help protect against future weathering and moisture ingress.

Not all decayed timber needs full replacement.

Where possible, we remove affected areas and carry out careful timber repairs using appropriate materials and traditional joinery methods.

The aim is to retain as much original fabric as possible while restoring strength, appearance and durability.

Discuss Rot Repair

Our Approach

Why The Right Approach Matters

Timber repairs are most effective when the cause of moisture is also addressed.

We look at likely contributing factors such as failed decoration, poor drainage, trapped moisture, defective putty, poor ventilation and exposed end grain.

This helps reduce the risk of repeated problems.

Areas Covered

Timber Rot Repair and Restoration across Scotland.

We provide Timber Rot Repair and Restoration works throughout Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Dundee, Angus, Perthshire, Fife, Edinburgh and The Lothians. We regularly work with owners of period properties, listed buildings, traditional stone homes, Victorian villas, Georgian townhouses and rural estate properties across these areas, delivering specialist repairs, restoration and maintenance services tailored to traditional Scottish buildings.

Contact Us

If you have rotten timber, damaged window sills or decayed external joinery, we would be pleased to inspect the issue and advise on suitable repair options.