• Established for over 25 years
• BPCA member
• Level 2 Pest Management qualified
• Full survey completed before any work begins
• Sovereign Approved Woodworm Treatment Specialist
• Up to 30-year guarantees available on qualifying treatments
• Domestic and commercial services available
• Covering Reading, Berkshire, Hampshire, Oxfordshire and Wiltshire

Timber treatment helps protect structural timber, roof timbers, flooring, beams, joists and other wooden components from damage caused by wood-boring insects and related timber issues. Left untreated, active infestations can weaken timber over time and lead to costly repairs.

We work with:

• Homeowners
• Landlords
• Letting agents
• Commercial property owners
• Property management companies
• Historic and older properties

As part of our wider pest control services, we provide practical solutions tailored to the condition of the timber and the extent of any infestation.

Woodworm is the common term used to describe the larvae of wood-boring beetles, including the Common Furniture Beetle. The damage occurs during the larval stage when the insects tunnel through timber, feeding on the natural starch within the wood.

The lifecycle typically follows this pattern:

1. Adult beetles lay eggs in cracks and crevices within timber.
2. Eggs hatch after approximately 10 to 14 days.
3. Larvae burrow into the wood and feed for between two and five years.
4. Tunnels expand throughout the timber structure.
5. Adult beetles emerge through exit holes and begin the breeding cycle again.

Because the majority of the lifecycle occurs hidden within the timber, infestations can continue for years before significant damage becomes visible.

Identifying active woodworm early can help reduce the risk of further structural damage.

Common warning signs include:

• Fine powdery dust known as frass around timber
• Fresh, clean-looking exit holes
• Visible adult beetles
• Weak or damaged timber
• Crumbling wood surfaces
• Signs of repeated infestation in older timber

Not all signs indicate active woodworm. Previous infestations can leave evidence behind long after activity has stopped. This is why a professional inspection is essential before any treatment decisions are made.

If you are unsure whether an infestation is active, our team can provide a detailed assessment and written report.

Professional timber treatment offers a range of benefits beyond simply addressing an existing problem.

These include:

• Protection against ongoing timber damage
• Early identification of hidden issues
• Reduced risk of costly future repairs
• Increased confidence when buying or maintaining property
• Long-term protection for structural timbers
• Professional documentation and reporting
• Treatment guarantees on qualifying works

Most importantly, a professional assessment ensures treatment is only recommended when genuinely required.

1. Initial Consultation

We discuss your concerns and gather information about the property and any visible signs of damage.

2. Comprehensive Timber Survey

We inspect the timber thoroughly and determine whether any infestation is active.

3. Written Findings & Recommendations

You receive a clear explanation of our findings together with practical advice on the most appropriate next steps.

4. Treatment Where Required

If treatment is necessary, we carry out the work using approved products and proven techniques.

5. Long-Term Protection

Where applicable, qualifying treatments can benefit from guarantees of up to 30 years, underwritten by Sovereign Chemicals Limited.

We provide timber treatment services throughout:

• Reading
• Newbury
• Maidenhead
• Slough
• High Wycombe
• Beaconsfield
• Bagshot
• Winchester
• Abingdon
• Didcot
• Wallingford
• Cobham

Along with wider areas across Berkshire, Hampshire, Oxfordshire and Wiltshire.