<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>WoodwormTreatmentHQ blog</title><description>Plain-English guides to woodworm, the beetles behind it, treatment options and costs in the UK.</description><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/</link><language>en-gb</language><item><title>Active vs Historic Woodworm: How to Tell the Difference</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/active-vs-historic-woodworm/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/active-vs-historic-woodworm/</guid><description>Old woodworm holes are common and often harmless. Learn how to tell active from historic woodworm with simple dust, hole and beetle checks before you pay.</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Woodworm Treatment Products: What to Buy and What to Avoid</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/best-woodworm-treatment-products/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/best-woodworm-treatment-products/</guid><description>Unsure which woodworm product to buy? Learn how sprays, pastes and injection fluids differ, what the label should say and when a product will not be enough.</description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>DIY vs Professional Woodworm Treatment</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/diy-vs-professional-woodworm-treatment/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/diy-vs-professional-woodworm-treatment/</guid><description>When does DIY woodworm treatment work, and when does it fail? Compare costs, reach, safety and records to choose between a shop product and a specialist.</description><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Long Does Woodworm Treatment Last?</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/how-long-does-woodworm-treatment-last/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/how-long-does-woodworm-treatment-last/</guid><description>How long does woodworm treatment last? Learn what affects the result, what guarantees really cover and the steps that stop the beetle coming back to timber.</description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Quickly Does Woodworm Spread? Room, House &amp; Furniture</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/how-quickly-does-woodworm-spread/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/how-quickly-does-woodworm-spread/</guid><description>Woodworm spreads more slowly than most people fear, but it does spread. Learn how fast it moves between rooms and furniture and how urgent treatment really is.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How to Treat Woodworm: The Complete UK Guide</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/how-to-treat-woodworm/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/how-to-treat-woodworm/</guid><description>A step-by-step UK guide to treating woodworm: confirm it is active, choose between DIY and professional methods, understand costs and stop it coming back.</description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Is Woodworm Dangerous? Risks to Your Home &amp; Health</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/is-woodworm-dangerous/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/is-woodworm-dangerous/</guid><description>Is woodworm dangerous? Learn how it affects your home&apos;s structure, whether it harms health or pets, how fast it spreads and when to act without delay.</description><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Natural Woodworm Treatment: Borax, Boron &amp; Low-Toxicity Options</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/natural-woodworm-treatment/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/natural-woodworm-treatment/</guid><description>Do natural woodworm treatments work? An honest look at borax, boron, freezing, heat and home remedies, and when each option is genuinely effective in UK homes.</description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Signs of Woodworm: How to Spot an Active Infestation</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/signs-of-woodworm/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/signs-of-woodworm/</guid><description>Learn the seven signs of woodworm, from exit holes and bore dust to weak timber and beetles, and how to tell an active infestation from an old, dead one.</description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Treating Woodworm with WD40: Does It Actually Work?</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/treating-woodworm-with-wd40/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/treating-woodworm-with-wd40/</guid><description>Can WD-40 treat woodworm? Learn what it is made for, why it fails against larvae, what can go wrong and which treatments actually kill beetle in timber.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>What Does Woodworm Look Like? The Complete Visual Guide</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/what-does-woodworm-look-like/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/what-does-woodworm-look-like/</guid><description>See what woodworm looks like: exit holes, bore dust, tunnels, larvae and beetles. Learn to tell an active infestation from old damage and when to call a pro.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>What to Do If You Find Woodworm</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/what-to-do-if-you-find-woodworm/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/what-to-do-if-you-find-woodworm/</guid><description>Found small round holes in your timber? Here is exactly what to do next: check if it is active, protect the wood, decide on treatment and get proper help fast.</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Woodworm Beetle: UK Species, Identification &amp; What to Do</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-beetle/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-beetle/</guid><description>Meet the woodworm beetle: the UK species found in homes, how to tell them apart by size, holes and timber, and what to do once you know which one you have.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Woodworm in Floorboards: Signs, Treatment &amp; Cost</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-in-floorboards/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-in-floorboards/</guid><description>Spot woodworm in floorboards and joists, see how it is treated, what published UK prices say and when boards need replacing instead of simply treating.</description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Woodworm in Furniture: How to Treat &amp; Save Antiques</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-in-furniture/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-in-furniture/</guid><description>Find woodworm in furniture and antiques, learn how to treat it without ruining the piece, when to call a specialist and how to stop it spreading to your home.</description><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Woodworm in Roof Timbers: What to Do</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-in-roof-timbers/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-in-roof-timbers/</guid><description>Check loft rafters and roof timbers for woodworm, learn why roof wood is high risk, how bats affect work and how treatment and repair usually go in a UK home.</description><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Woodworm in Skirting Boards: Signs, Treatment &amp; Replacement</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-in-skirting-boards/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-in-skirting-boards/</guid><description>Spot woodworm in skirting boards, decide whether to treat or replace them and learn why holes there can signal a bigger problem in the joists beneath.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Woodworm in Structural Beams: Risk, Treatment &amp; When to Worry</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-in-structural-beams/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-in-structural-beams/</guid><description>Structural beams are the highest-risk place for woodworm. Learn how to inspect them, which species to look for, when timber is unsafe and what treatment means.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Woodworm Larvae: What They Look Like, Size &amp; How to Find Them</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-larvae/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-larvae/</guid><description>Woodworm larvae do the damage. See what they look like, how big they grow, where they live and how to tell if they are still alive and active in your timber.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Woodworm Life Cycle: Egg, Larva, Pupa, Adult — Explained</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-life-cycle/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-life-cycle/</guid><description>Follow the woodworm life cycle from egg to larva, pupa and adult. See how long each stage lasts, why damage stays hidden and when treatment works best.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Woodworm in a Property Survey: A Buyer&apos;s Complete Guide</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-property-buyer-guide/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-property-buyer-guide/</guid><description>Found woodworm flagged in your survey report? Learn what it means, whether to proceed, how to negotiate with the seller and what a specialist report shows.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Woodworm Treatment Cost: 2026 UK Price Guide</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-treatment-cost-guide/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-treatment-cost-guide/</guid><description>Published 2026 UK woodworm treatment costs by room, loft and whole house, with named sources, London differences and the factors that move the price of a quote.</description><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Woodworm vs Dry Rot: How to Tell the Difference</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-vs-dry-rot/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-vs-dry-rot/</guid><description>Woodworm and dry rot both damage timber, but they are different problems with different causes and fixes. Learn how to tell them apart and what to do next.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Woodworm vs Termites: Are They the Same Thing?</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-vs-termites/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-vs-termites/</guid><description>Woodworm and termites are often confused but are very different insects. Learn the key differences, why termites are not a UK risk and what you really have.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Woodworm vs Wet Rot: What Is the Difference?</title><link>https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-vs-wet-rot/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.woodwormtreatmenthq.com/blog/woodworm-vs-wet-rot/</guid><description>Wet rot and woodworm can look similar in damaged timber. 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