Woodworm
Is hidden woodworm damaging the timber in your property?
Wood boring insects can remain unnoticed while larvae feed within structural and decorative timber. A professional survey can establish whether activity is present and what action is required.
- Professional timber inspections to identify signs of woodworm
- Detailed reporting with photographs and findings
- Treatment recommendations based on the condition of your property
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Signs You May Have Woodworm
Woodworm activity can be difficult to identify because much of the damage happens inside the timber. Signs to look out for:
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Small Round Holes
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Fine Powdery Dust
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Weak Or Crumbling Timber
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Hidden Timber Damage
Professional Woodworm Surveys
Valkor carries out detailed timber inspections to establish the extent of suspected woodworm activity and identify areas that may require further attention.
Depending on the survey selected, this can include:
- Inspection of accessible timber
- Loft inspections
- Checks beneath accessible floorboards
- Moisture testing
- Photographic evidence
- Detailed digital reporting
- Inspection of extensions and outbuildings
Where treatment is required, Valkor can recommend the appropriate next steps based on the survey findings.
Questions & answers
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What are the main signs of woodworm?
Common signs include small round flight holes in timber, fine powdery dust known as frass and timber that appears weak or begins to crumble.
Does seeing holes always mean woodworm is active?
Visible holes can indicate previous or current wood boring insect activity. A professional inspection is the best way to assess the timber and determine whether further action is required.
What does a woodworm survey include?
The level of inspection depends on the package selected, ranging from checks of accessible timber through to lofts, accessible areas beneath floors, moisture testing, extensions and outbuildings.
Is treatment included in the survey price?
No. The survey establishes the condition of the timber and whether treatment is required. Any recommended treatment is then priced according to the findings.