Woodworm remains a mystery to most people. In most cases, people are unaware they have an infestation. This is because woodworm live inside timber and most people won’t check until they notice an issue. It’s not until they notice weakened floorboards, or exit holes in other pieces of timber, that they realise they have woodworm. […]
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We often think of woodworm as being a species that lives indoors. This is because we find it in our floorboards, skirting boards and even our furniture. But they are also quite able to live and thrive outdoors. Whether indoors, or outdoors near your home, woodworm should be a concern. They can cause a lot
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Many of us are aware of how damaging and costly woodworm can be. An infestation can cause many problems when left untreated. This can cause damage and weakness to timbers. in the worst case, it can even cause structural issues. Homeowners are often unaware that they have a woodworm problem. But woodworm can attack many
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A woodworm infestation can cause a range of problems. Not only is the idea of an infestation bad enough, but the damage they can cause is a real problem. So, what happens if you have a woodworm infestation in your floorboards? This could cause big problems if the infestation has been there for a while.
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