Woodworm surveys in Northern Ireland
Woodworm surveys across Northern Ireland.
What woodworm surveys involves
Old flight holes do not automatically mean woodworm is active. A woodworm survey looks for evidence of timber-boring insects and assesses the condition of the affected wood before treatment decisions are made.
From loft beams to floorboards, the specialist checks accessible timbers and considers the pattern of holes, bore dust and any visible insects. Book at a set price for a property in Northern Ireland, with the areas to be inspected agreed beforehand.
Woodworm surveys at a glance
Woodworm surveys specialists covering Northern Ireland.
Survey essentials across Northern Ireland
A set survey price. The specialist firm confirms the set booking price in writing.
Findings you can refer to. The specialist firm records findings and recommendations in a written report.
Familiar with nearby properties. Specialists working across Northern Ireland bring experience of the area's buildings.
Decisions stay with you. You choose whether to proceed with any recommended work.
Arrange the checks your property needs
Tell us what prompted your concern. A specialist will confirm the survey scope and set price before you book.
- Scope explained before booking
- Appointment arranged with you
How woodworm surveys works with us
Locations noted
The booking identifies where holes, dust or insects have been found and any areas flagged in a property report.
Evidence search
The specialist examines accessible timber for exit holes, bore dust, tunnelling and visible insects.
Activity assessment
The available evidence is weighed to assess likely insect type, current activity and damage severity.
Response outlined
The written findings set out whether monitoring, further investigation, treatment or repair should be considered.
What have you noticed in the wood?
- Small round or oval exit holes are visible in beams, boards or joinery.
- Fine bore dust appears beneath timber or around existing holes.
- Beetles emerge indoors near exposed woodwork.
- Timber edges crumble or reveal tunnels beneath the surface.
- A house survey flags insect damage but leaves its activity uncertain.
Treatment depends on the evidence
Historic holes can remain for decades
Exit holes persist long after insects have left. Their presence alone does not establish current activity, so the specialist looks for supporting evidence and records any uncertainty.
Different insects leave different clues
Hole size, tunnel pattern, bore dust and insect specimens can help identify the likely beetle. Identification matters because the risks and suitable response vary between species.
Surface treatment is not a strength assessment
Where tunnelling has substantially reduced the wood, insect treatment alone would not restore its load-bearing capacity. The specialist may advise a structural assessment or timber repairs as well as measures addressing insect activity.
Woodworm surveys across Northern Ireland
Bookings for woodworm surveys cover Antrim · Armagh · Ballyclare · Ballymena · Ballymoney · Banbridge · Bangor · Belfast and many more areas. Select an area to read about property considerations before arranging your survey.
