Wood Borers
Wood borer treatment
Pinetown & Durban Wood borer treatment
While termites are more prevalent, wood borers are a potential issue for homeowners that should not be overlooked. Various species of borers exist, each with its distinct life cycle and a preference for specific types of wood. Borers are insects that feed on wood, gradually forming intricate tunnels within the timber over extended periods, spanning months to years.
Wood borers possess the capability to inflict significant damage, occasionally compromising the structural integrity of timber and, consequently, the safety of your property.
Accurate identification of the borer species is crucial, as it enables us to gauge the extent and pattern of damage that may occur, and facilitates the selection of an appropriate treatment method.
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How we get rid of borers
- Identify the species of borer correctly
- Determine the extent of the infestation
- Remove any infested wood (where possible)
- Treat remaining infested wood
How we treat any infested timber depends on the species of borer present and the type of timber. Treatment often requires treating the timber with a residual insecticide or injecting holes with an insecticide. This does not always eliminate all the insects, due to the challenges in getting insecticide into the wood. Individual, high value items may be treated by fumigation or heat.
Replacement of infested timber is the sure way to eliminate a borer infestation.
As the borer treatments depend on the type of borer present, and often includes the removal or replacement of infested timber, we will discuss the required program with you, so you understand the steps in the process, duration of treatment and the expected level of success.