Woodworm Treatment

We help Kent property owners cure woodworm in their properties.  Our expert team of carpenters can also carry out timber repairs/replacement.

 

Get Rid of Woodworm

Woodworm Treatment Kent

Protecting your property from woodworm in Kent starts with rapid identification and effective treatment by local specialists. Woodworm beetles can cause extensive damage to structural timber, floorboards, and furniture, often leaving small exit holes and powdery frass as telltale signs. Our expert team conducts thorough inspections to determine the species and severity of infestation, recommending targeted solutions to stop woodworm at the source. Using industry-approved insecticidal treatments, we treat both surface and deeper timber to eliminate active larvae and prevent further outbreaks. Where necessary, structurally compromised wood is repaired or replaced by skilled professionals, ensuring your property is brought back to sound condition. Regular checks and maintenance will help keep your home free from future woodworm problems.

Your Local Carpenters

Our experienced carpenters can remove and replace wood and structures that are beyond repair due to woodworm.  We are based in Herne Bay and cover most of Kent. If you notice signs of woodworm in your home or business, contact us for a comprehensive survey and tailored treatment plan. Benefit from experienced, Kent-based service and long-lasting protection for your property.
Larva bark beetle (Scolytinae). Larva of Bark beetles legless
Larva bark beetle (Scolytinae). Larva of Bark beetles legless

What is woodworm?

Woodworm is a term used for the larvae of various wood-boring beetle species that feed on and tunnel through timber, often leading to serious structural and cosmetic damage. These pests are not worms at all, but beetle grubs that hatch from eggs laid on wooden surfaces, burrowing into the wood as they grow. Their presence is typically revealed by small, round exit holes and fine, powdery dust called frass, a by-product of their feeding below the surface.​

The adult beetles emerge from the timber through these exit holes, mate, and repeat the cycle, sometimes for several generations if left untreated. Woodworm infestations are especially common in damp or poorly ventilated environments, making early detection and professional treatment essential to protect and preserve your home or business premises.

Wood worm

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Woodworm Symptoms

Typical symptoms of woodworm

  • Small, round exit holes in wood, often 1-3mm across.
  • Fine, powdery dust around holes or beneath affected timber.
  • Tunnels visible inside wood when broken up.
  • Brittle, damaged, or weakened timber that crumbles at edges.
  • Loose or collapsing wood joints or skirting boards.
  • Presence of live or dead adult beetles.
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Treatments

Woodworm - Finding a solution

Our professional woodworm treatment service begins with a thorough survey to assess the extent of the problem and identify the type of beetle involved. Treatment typically involves applying a water-based insecticidal spray or gel, directly onto and into the affected timber, targeting active larvae and preventing further infestation. For deeper infestations, injection treatments may be necessary. After treatment, we can also repair or replace damaged wood to restore the strength and appearance of your property. Our services come with guarantees for your peace of mind.

 

Free Woodworm Survey

Do you have woodworm problems? If so, you can contact us to book a FREE, no obligation woodworm survey for your property using the adjacent form. Please note, this is only available to property owners living in Kent including CT and ME postcode areas.

What happens when you book a survey?

  • We will contact you to arrange a mutually convenient date & time for our visit
  • We will visually inspect areas affected by signs and evidence of woodworm
  • We will inspect the property inside and out for further evidence of woodworm
  • We will produce a report detailing our findings
  • We will include a detailed, no obligation quotation for remedial work

 

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