Do you need control of woodworm or wood-boring beetles?
Suspect woodworm or longhorn beetles in a beam, floor or piece of furniture? Start by identifying the insect, assessing possible activity and examining the condition of the timber. This helps determine the appropriate response. Read our guide to old exit holes and active infestations in timber beams to prepare for an inspection.
How do I recognize wood-infesting insects?
Wood-boring insects can cause damage. The severity and any implications for the structure need to be assessed. If there is doubt about load-bearing capacity, obtain a structural assessment as well; pest treatment does not repair structural damage.
So, how do you recognize the presence of wood-infesting insects?
Record exit holes, any fresh frass and any beetles found with dated photographs. Holes alone do not prove current activity. A photograph can help with an assessment but may not establish the species, activity or condition of the timber with certainty.
First establish whether and where the infestation is active. Then discuss the need for treatment, its scope and any follow-up measures.
What about do-it-yourself remedies from the internet or the store?
We always strongly discourage doing it yourself. DIY remedies often don’t work well, which can allow the problem to further spread and cause more and more damage. Proper pest control tools are accessible only to professionals. That’s because the biocides used are often highly toxic. A professional knows how to handle this, understands the risks of usage, and knows how to protect themselves, you, and your environment from the dangers of the poison. Other control methods such as heat treatments or oxygen treatments also require specialized knowledge and training.
Do you recognize one or more characteristics? Don’t hesitate, prevent further damage, and contact a professional exterminator immediately.
How does a treatment against woodworm and wood-boring beetles work?
Wood-infesting insects are often difficult to control; it requires special techniques and strong biocides to carry out effective control. Fortunately, Eversor has the most innovative and advanced techniques on the market to eliminate wood-infesting insects. Often, this can even be done without the use of biocides.
Chemical method
Targeted treatment with an authorised wood preservative may be appropriate in some situations. Suitability depends on the affected timber, access and the findings on site. Ask in advance which areas will be treated and what preparation and use conditions apply.
Physical Methods
Another technique to control woodworm and wood-boring beetles is through physical solutions.
Heat Treatment
There are different methods for heat treatments. There are microwave machines that heat the wood. There are also infrared panels, which are very useful for, for example, wooden floors. The principle is the same for all these methods. The wood is heated to a level where the woodworm or wood-boring beetle cannot survive. At the same time, consideration must be given to any varnish or paint layers. Eversor carries out these heat treatments under the EverSmart® program. The temperatures are monitored remotely via sensors. This ensures an effective and safe treatment.
Anoxia Treatment
A highly innovative solution that is very suitable for treating smaller and very sensitive or fragile objects (such as museum pieces) is the use of anoxia. Anoxia is an extreme form of hypoxia, or oxygen deficiency. The oxygen in a certain area is completely removed, causing no insects to survive. This is suitable for any type of material and specifically developed for, for example, museums.
When is the nuisance over?
Depending on the type of treatment performed, it may take some time before the wood-boring insects are fully controlled. Also, the spaces may be temporarily inaccessible due to biocides.
5 Tips Against Woodworm:
Treating your wood preventively with paint, varnish, lacquer, wax, or stain
Always thoroughly inspect second-hand furniture for woodworm.
Always store non-kiln-dried firewood outdoors.
Don’t wait to treat, act immediately.
Inspect wooden furniture, beams and floors for fresh signs of activity.
The benefits of choosing Eversor for woodworm and longhorn beetle treatment:
Expertly trained technicians
Environmentally friendly & sustainable solutions according to IPM
State-of-the-art techniques and expertise
Support before, during and after audits.
24/7 digital monitoring possible with EverSmart
How does Eversor approach woodworm and longhorn beetle infestations?
As soon as you contact us, we get to work.
First, we prepare specifications of your situation. We look specifically at your case here. In doing so, we take into account the location and the desired result. For larger companies, we come in for a free consultation & on-site inspection. Based on our findings, we will prepare a treatment plan and quote for you completely free of charge.
If you agree to the treatment method, you will be contacted as soon as possible to schedule an appointment.
The method of treatment varies from case to case. We may expect to need several treatments to properly resolve your problem. It may require only a single appointment to fix your problem.
During our 1st visit, we always start with a brief conversation and visual inspection. From this, some tips regarding prevention, warding and hygiene almost always follow. With preventive treatments and with EverSmart, we do the installation and other works directly. After this, if necessary, we will begin treatment immediately. Whenever possible, we proceed in a completely non-toxic manner (following the IPM method). If this is not an option, we use biocides.
After the initial treatment is over, you will receive all findings and required documentation online, through your client portal.
In any follow-up treatment, which often occurs after several weeks, we perform an inspection first. This way we know to what extent the initial treatment was successful and where our plan needs to be adjusted. After a follow-up treatment, you will receive the necessary documentation online again.
After the treatment, you will receive some tips and possible preventive measures to keep pests away even in the long run. You will also receive additional tips and information regarding inspections and .
9 times out of 10, the problem is solved after the scheduled treatments. If the problem is still not resolved we will look at possible next steps.
Now you’re thinking…
Why choose Eversor?
Complete
A total package of pest prevention, control, and pest management. Working method completely according to HACCP and IPM methods.
easy
Sustainable pest control without poison combined with 24/7 monitoring thanks to EverSmart. Easily found in your customer portal.
exceptional service
Support before, during and after audits by our knowledgeable experts.
