Maintaining timber structures properly will prevent future costly repair, by addressing early signs of fungal attack, insect infestation, building movement, overloading, water damage, fissures, fire, and accidental damage.

“In-situ” means in position, which for timber construction means on site. Maintenance of timber in-situ requires surveying and remediation without damaging the timber itself, to maintain its structural integrity. This Timber Knowledge Sheet provides an essential introduction.

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