Assessing timber decay organisms
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Decay is diagnosed using the following techniques:
physiochemical and morphological characteristics of decay
cultural characteristics of organisms
genetic fingerprinting
trained animals
volatile organic compound (VOC) testing and
characteristics of decay.
Special search techniques
The condition of concealed timbers and cavities may be deduced from the general condition and moisture content of the adjacent structure. Only demolition or exposure work...
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