Re: Which tradesman?
I used to work for a damp proofing company typing up the reports, so know all about the importance of seeing to dampness in the early stages! Also how to avoid condensation: I have never had this in over 24 years in this flat, yet neighbouring flats have suffered terrible mould patches.
Wet Rot - Merulius Lacrymans
Dry Rot - Serpula Lacrymans
And Anobium Punctatum (common furniture beetle).
God, how many times did I have to type 'a severe infestation of Serpula Lacrymans (dry rot) was noted to......' And the rest!
This company used to pick an estimate, for dry rot repairs, then double it!! (No, they are no longer operating...)
This is why I was paranoid when I had the leakage from the upstairs bathroom and the resultant damage to my bathroom ceiling. I had to keep on and on at the landlord to sort it out.