Protect Your Property with a Professional Woodworm Survey
Our professional woodworm surveys are designed for homeowners, landlords, property managers and property buyers who are concerned about signs of woodworm, timber infestation or damage caused by wood-boring insects.
A typical woodworm survey includes:
- Visual inspection of accessible internal and external timber areas
- Assessment of structural timbers such as joists, beams, floorboards and roof timbers
- Identification of possible active or historic woodworm infestation
- Inspection for small exit holes, frass, weakened timber and insect activity
- Assessment of possible causes such as damp, leaks, poor ventilation or high moisture levels
- Professional recommendations for woodworm treatment, timber repair or replacement where necessary
- A clear written quotation outlining the best course of action
All surveys are carried out by experienced, qualified surveyors, ensuring clear, practical advice and appropriate treatment recommendations.
What’s Included
Our professional woodworm surveys are designed to establish whether there is evidence of wood-boring insect activity, how extensive the damage may be and what treatment or repairs may be required.
A typical woodworm survey includes:
- Visual inspection of accessible timber areas including floors, roof spaces, beams, joists, skirting boards, staircases and outbuildings where appropriate.
- Assessment of structural timbers such as joists, beams, rafters, floorboards and roof timbers.
- Identification of signs of woodworm, including small round exit holes, frass, tunnelling, weakened timber and beetle activity.
- Assessment of whether activity appears active or historic, helping to avoid unnecessary treatment where infestation is no longer active.
- Investigation of contributing conditions such as damp, leaks, condensation, poor ventilation or high timber moisture levels.
- Professional recommendations for woodworm treatment, timber repairs, improved ventilation or replacement of severely damaged timber where required.
- A clear written quotation or report outlining the most appropriate course of action.
All surveys are carried out by experienced surveyors with specialist knowledge of timber infestation, damp-related timber defects and preservation treatments.
What’s Not Included
Please note that our woodworm surveys are intended to assess wood-boring insect activity and recommend suitable treatment or repair solutions.
They are not usually intended for:
- Full structural engineer reports where major structural movement, load calculations or design work is required.
- Specialist reports for mortgage lenders, insurers or solicitors, unless specifically requested in advance.
- Invasive opening-up works such as lifting floors, removing plaster or exposing hidden timbers unless agreed beforehand.
- Laboratory identification of insect species or timber samples unless specifically arranged.
- Full pre-purchase property surveys covering the entire condition of a building.
If you require a survey for a property you are buying or selling, our Pre-Purchase Damp Survey may be more suitable, as this provides a more comprehensive written report to help identify hidden issues before you commit.
If there are wider signs of timber decay, dampness or structural movement, we may recommend a broader Timber Survey or Structural Repair Survey.
Why a Professional Woodworm Survey Matters
Woodworm can be difficult to assess without professional advice. Small holes in timber may look concerning, but they do not always mean an infestation is active. Equally, serious damage can remain hidden beneath floors, inside roof spaces or within structural timbers.
A professional woodworm survey ensures:
- The signs of infestation are properly assessed, including whether activity appears active or historic
- The extent of timber damage is identified before treatment or repairs are recommended
- The correct woodworm treatment is specified based on the condition and location of the affected timber
- Underlying moisture or ventilation problems are considered, as damp timber is more vulnerable to insect attack
- Unnecessary or ineffective treatments are avoided where there is no evidence of active infestation
- Potential structural risks are highlighted early, helping to protect your property from further deterioration
Our aim is to provide clear, honest advice so you can make the right decision for your property and protect affected timber before the problem becomes more costly to repair.
When Should You Book a Woodworm Survey?
If you have noticed small holes, fine dust or weakened timber, a professional woodworm survey can help confirm whether further action is needed.
You should consider booking a survey if you’ve noticed:
- Small round holes in timber, often found in floorboards, beams, joists, rafters or furniture
- Fine powdery dust known as frass around timber holes or beneath affected areas
- Weak, crumbling or damaged timber that may have been hollowed internally
- Beetles appearing inside the property, particularly during warmer months
- Damaged floorboards or springy floors which may indicate weakened structural timber
- Signs of damp or poor ventilation near affected timber areas
- Concerns raised in a property survey about possible woodworm or timber infestation
Woodworm damage can worsen over time if an infestation is active, so early identification can help prevent more extensive timber repairs later.
Why Choose Shield Waterproofing & Preservation?
Choose Shield Waterproofing & Preservation for trusted advice, experienced surveyors and effective woodworm treatment solutions that help protect your timber and your property.
Call us today on 0800 098 2780
Woodworm Surveys Available Nationwide
We carry out professional woodworm surveys across the UK, helping homeowners, landlords, property managers and buyers identify signs of wood-boring insect activity and protect affected timber.
Our network of qualified surveyors allows us to cover a wide range of locations, including:
- London and the South East
- Midlands including Birmingham, Nottingham and surrounding areas
- South West including Bristol and nearby towns
- East of England including Hertfordshire, Essex and surrounding counties
- Northern regions including Manchester, Leeds and surrounding areas
No matter where your property is located, we can arrange for an experienced surveyor to inspect the affected timber and provide clear, professional recommendations.
Contact us today to check availability in your area.
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If you’re concerned about woodworm, timber infestation or insect damage in your property, our experienced team can help.
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