Woodworm is a common problem affecting wooden aspects, including the floorboards, joists and furniture of many homes around the UK.
If left untreated woodworm can cause severe and costly damage to your property.
If you have a woodworm problem in your home, we offer targeted treatments designed to eradicate any size of infestation as effectively as possible. All of our woodworm specialists are highly trained and provide outstanding service.
Our surveyors and technicians specialise in the analysis, eradication and prevention of all types of woodworm in all types of property. For your total peace of mind, all of our woodworm treatments also carry a 10 year guarantee.
For expert advice or to arrange a free, no-obligation quote, don’t hesitate to get in touch today.
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Woodworm survey
Our experienced and highly qualified surveyors will carry out a thorough inspection of your property in order to determine the best course of treatment. As part of our woodworm survey we will:
Locate the infestation
Identify accurately the species involved
Determine whether the woodworm is active or not
Check for associated problems such as wet rot, dry rot or damp
Outline all the issues identified and the costs for treatment
Based on this detailed evaluation we will confirm the extent of repair needed, if any timber replacement is required and recommend any appropriate woodworm treatment that is necessary for remaining infected areas. We are able to offer woodworm treatment solutions that can be used on either bare wood OR painted or varnished wood.
Woodworm is the most common name for the larvae stage of wood boring beetles. This type of beetle is usually found in households from early springtime to mid-autumn.
Your woodwork may be harbouring woodworm without you knowing it. Wood can be infected with eggs or larvae without it being noticeable, and you may not discover a woodworm infestation for several years. It's a common misconception that woodworm only affects old properties, in fact it can cause damage to newly constructed buildings.
Some of the tell-tale signs of woodworm include:
Small round holes in your woodwork, similar to the holes in a dart board
Fine, powdery dust around these holes (this is known as frass)
Crumbly edges to boards and joists
Adult beetles emerging from the holes or present around the house
If you aren’t sure whether or not your home has a woodworm problem, contact our expert team for more advice.
Why Choose Us
Over the past 20 years, we have built an outstanding reputation for high-quality workmanship, reliability and customer satisfaction.
All work guaranteed
For your total peace of mind, all our specialist remedial and waterproofing works are covered by a comprehensive company guarantee.
Quality assurance
All our tradesmen are time served and qualified so you can be assured your job will be completed to a high standard.
Detailed quotes
We provided detailed reports and quotes to confirm the work that is required, the costs involved, and the duration of the work.
