Services / Woodworm
We eradicate woodworm infestations and carry out all associated remedial works. Our treatments are guaranteed for up to 20 years, depending on the infestation and treatment required.
We identify and treat woodworm, address the cause of the infestation and protect affected timber from further damage. Our treatment can include specialist insecticide application, timber repairs and replacement where required, followed by full reinstatement.
Woodworm is the term used for wood-boring insect larvae that feed on timber, creating tunnels within the wood. The resulting damage can weaken timber over time, particularly where an infestation is extensive or untreated.
Anobium punctatum
The common furniture beetle is one of the most common wood-boring insects found in UK properties. Its larvae burrow into timber, creating tunnels that can weaken the wood over time. Signs of an active infestation can include small round exit holes, fresh bore dust (frass) and weakened timber.
Lyctus brunneus
The powder post beetle is a wood-boring insect that mainly attacks hardwood timber, particularly newer or recently worked wood. Its larvae tunnel through the timber, producing a fine, powder-like bore dust (frass) and small round exit holes. Severe infestations can weaken timber and cause significant damage if left untreated.
Xestobium rufovillosum
The death watch beetle attacks hardwood timbers with some decay, most commonly oak, and will also attack softwoods in contact with them. Embedded timbers are particularly at risk. It leaves exit holes of around 3mm and extensive tunnelling, and the damage can be significant. Large timbers may need periodic re-treatment, and some replacement is often required.
Hylotrupes bajulus
The house longhorn beetle is a serious wood-boring insect that primarily attacks softwood roof timbers and structural timber. Its larvae can remain inside the wood for several years, creating extensive tunnels that can significantly weaken structural timber.
Signs can include large oval exit holes, bore dust, surface damage and weakened or hollow-sounding timber. Early identification and treatment are important to prevent further structural damage.
Tell us about the property and the problem. We’ll arrange a site visit at a convenient time.
We investigate the problem, identify the cause of the infestation and assess the extent of any timber damage.
We provide our findings in a clear, easy-to-read report, identifying the cause of the infestation and the appropriate treatment, and outlining the required remedial works, together with a fully itemised quotation.
Where woodworm treatment is required, we use low-odour, water-based timber preservatives to help minimise disruption. Following a site inspection and risk assessment, we select the most appropriate treatment and apply it to affected timber, joists, bearers and other accessible areas to eradicate the infestation and protect the timber from further attack.
All treatments are carried out by our experienced in-house team.
Woodworm treatments typically start from around £400 + VAT. The cost depends on the type and extent of the infestation, the area affected and the treatment required.
Following a site inspection, we provide a clear written report and fully itemised quotation, so you know exactly what is required before work begins.
Our treatments are guaranteed for up to 20 years, depending on the infestation and treatment required.
With extensive experience working on both modern and heritage properties, we understand the different challenges each type of building presents and tailor our repairs and reinstatement accordingly.
We provide a clear, professional report outlining the damage, required repairs and recommended works, together with a fully itemised quotation. You’ll know exactly what needs to be done, what’s included and what it will cost.
Our experienced team can manage every aspect of your project in-house, with no need for subcontractors or multiple companies. From woodworm treatments and remedial works to plastering, lime work, repairs and decoration, we manage everything under one roof, so you get consistent standards and clear accountability from investigation through to completion.
We work carefully and respectfully in your property, protecting surrounding areas, minimising disruption and keeping the site as clean and tidy as possible throughout the work. We leave the area clean, finished and ready to use.
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Questions about woodworm.
We identify and treat wet and dry rot. We address the source of moisture and repair the affected timber to help prevent the problem from returning.
Damp patches, peeling paint, black mould or persistent musty smells can be signs of damp. We survey the property, identify the right treatment, carry out the works and fully reinstate the affected areas, including redecoration.
Once the leak or damp is resolved, our experienced in-house team repairs, reinstates and redecorates the affected areas, restoring your property back to its original condition.
