Need damaged wood replaced?

Wood decay isn't just unsightly, it can threaten the structural integrity of your home. Understand what causes damage, then assess whether repair is a good idea or if replacement of the wood must occur.

Certain sorts of fungus can cause damage. Its spores land on wood, and with enough dampness it flourishes. Too much continuous dampness and lack of sun can cause wood decay also. You may see white or gray development on the wood and even a mushroom-like body once it develops. Other obvious indications of wood damage may include blistering, cracked or peeling paint, wood darker than other immediate areas, and green or black algae on the wood.

Door and window sills can be frequently affected by moisture damage, yet it can develop into non-wood surfaces in contact with the ground. It also can spread to non-wood materials, for example, plaster and mortar.

Test for wood decay by inserting a sharp or pointed tool such as a screwdriver into the affected area. In the event that it goes in easily or feels soft, you likely have wood damage.

Certain amounts of wood decay may be repaired, especially if the damaged areas give structural stability to your home, for example, with beams, studs and joists, or even with flooring for that matter. These structural items are what holds the house up and together. In these cases, you ought to replace the wood instead of repairing it.

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Costs For Wood, Crown Molding,Trim Repair or Replacement...

The average cost to install crown molding can run between $7 to $16 per linear foot depending on the materials chosen and labor costs. For an average 15’ x 14’ living room, crown molding may cost anywhere from $475 to $1,250, while a 10x10 kitchen could cost between $325 to $800 for both labor and installation. While the typical crown molding is 4-5 inches, other crown molding can come in many different heights, types of material or exotic woods.  They can cost as high as $45 a linear foot for some larger exotic style moldings.

To install crown molding throughout an average sized home, you can expect to pay somewhere between $3,000 to $5,000 or more depending on the size of the home, ceiling height, number of cuts involved and style of crown molding used.  To install base boards or trim molding the material costs could run anywhere from about $1 -$4 per foot based on the material whether it is wood or molded composite plastic.  The installation could cost somewhere around $1.50 to $3.50 per foot depending on factors that affect job complexity, such as number of corner cuts, size of the space and whether the floors are level.

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