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How to Defeat Woodworm


The larvae stage of various wood boring beetles is referred to as woodworm. There are mainly four types of beetles that like to bore into wood, and they are Powderpost, House Longhorn, Deathwatch and Common Furniture beetle. The female beetle will lay eggs into the wood, through existing holes, crevices, and cracks. After some weeks, these eggs will hatch, producing larvae or worms. This larvae stage can continue for up to five years, and during this period, the larvae will… Read more »

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Preventing A Woodworm Infestation


As a homeowner there are many different pests with which you must contend. The woodworm is one of the more problematic species because they can infest some of your home’s hardest to reach areas. There are a number of ways that you can prevent such an infestation and your home will benefit for years to come.The woodworm contrary to popular thinking is not a worm at all. It refers to the larval stage of various wood boring beetles. These beetles… Read more »

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