a-guide-to-preventing-woodworms

1. A GUIDE TO PREVENTING WOODWORMS Do you lie awake at night worrying about the potential harm that woodworm might do to your house? Then stop worrying! In this blog, you can find information on handling woodworm issues, including the best treatment options to eliminate pests from your home completely. WHAT DO WOODWORMS DO? 1 The property's structure may be seriously harmed if a woodworm infestation goes untreated for a long time. Most woodworm infestations are brought on by Damp Essex wood, a lack of ventilation in the subfloor, or water intrusion that makes the wood more vulnerable to attack. HOW TO TREAT WOODWORM FURNITURE 2 The undersides or backs of furniture, or areas near joints, are the most common locations for these holes. The best recommendation is to strip the furniture by sanding or stripping it completely, then treat it with a woodworm killer if it has a surface coating like paint or varnish DOES WOODWORM TREATMENT WORK? 3 The manufacturer's promise that their product will work is valid as long as the woodworm killer is applied following the manufacturer's instructions. In essence, the larvae will perish if they are covered. It's crucial to treat every area. HOW TO KNOW THAT YOUR WOODWORM TREATMENT WORKED? 4 The warmer months of the year are when wood-boring insects are typically more active, and the best way to tell if you have wood that has been or is affected by woodworm is to place a sheet of paper under the affected wood. On the paper, you will notice small clumps of wood dust if the woodworm is active. To find any evidence of woodworm, it is essential to inspect the property thoroughly. Anglian Preservation uses eco-friendly products to treat woodworms because we respect the environment. Our team of experts will determine the source and type of the infestation and remove it once they do. www.anglianpreservationinessex.co.uk