Timber balcony with rot and decay found during Hobart building inspection in New Town

Why Old Hardwood Decks Start to Rot – and What to Do About It

By Hobart Building Inspections · October 4, 2025 Tasmania’s climate is tough on timber. With wet winters, coastal exposure, and older detailing, rot can creep in unnoticed. Here’s how to spot decay early, why it happens, and what to do before it becomes a structural safety risk. Algae growth and weathering on a hardwood bearer […]

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