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Woodworm and Timber Infestations
WOODWORM
This is the general term given to wood boring insects which attack all types of timbers and particularly those weakened by fungal decay. The insects lay their eggs in crevices on the surface of the wood. These then hatch and the pupa burrow into the timber, feeding on its contents. Adult insects emerge from the timber, through flight holes, lay more eggs and recommence the life cycle which can last from one to seven years (the Death Watch Beetle has a life cycle lasting up to ten years!)
Infestations are recognised by the appearance of small holes in furniture and timber accompanied by signs of bore dust, or "frass".
To treat any infestation the timber must be brushed down and cleared of any debris, any roof insulation removed, floor coverings lifted and all furniture checked and removed.
Once the species of insect has been identified, the surfaces can be sprayed with the correct type of insecticidal fluid. Because the majority of these insects can fly, if treatment is not administered, they can spread rapidly throughout all wooden structures, including furniture.
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This is the general term given to wood boring insects which attack all types of timbers and particularly those weakened by fungal decay. The insects lay their eggs in crevices on the surface of the wood. These then hatch and the pupa burrow into the timber, feeding on its contents. Adult insects emerge from the timber, through flight holes, lay more eggs and recommence the life cycle which can last from one to seven years (the Death Watch Beetle has a life cycle lasting up to ten years!)
Infestations are recognised by the appearance of small holes in furniture and timber accompanied by signs of bore dust, or "frass".
To treat any infestation the timber must be brushed down and cleared of any debris, any roof insulation removed, floor coverings lifted and all furniture checked and removed.
Once the species of insect has been identified, the surfaces can be sprayed with the correct type of insecticidal fluid. Because the majority of these insects can fly, if treatment is not administered, they can spread rapidly throughout all wooden structures, including furniture.
Property Conservation Services can solve your infestation issues - Click Here to book your free survey
Timber Infestation
Wood boring insects use wood as a food source or as a home, creating holes and tunnels in the timber, which over time can greatly reduce the strength of the infested wood.
Woodboring Insects
The two most common types of woodboring insects are the Common Furniture Beetle and the Deathwatch Beetle.
After treatment, some of the insects may still come up to the surface of the timber, upon contact with our treatment, problem beetles are eradicated.
