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Know more about Woodworm

Infesting both seasoned hardwood and softwood timbers, usually ten years or older, common furniture beetle infestations can be detected in small holes accompanied by fine powder-like sawdust, known as “frass.” As common furniture beetle larvae or woodworms grow, they eat their way to maturity, leaving tiny holes in the surfaces of wood as they exit the wood as adults.

After exiting the wood, usually from the spring to early fall, adult common furniture beetles mate and the fertilized females lay up to fifty eggs in tiny crevices in your home’s wood, as well as exit holes made by emerging adults. While common furniture beetles infest wood furniture, as their name implies, these wood boring insects can also infest damp wood as well. Homeowners, suspecting a common furniture beetle infestation should check for tiny holes and frass in crawl spaces, flooring, around window frames, wood siding and other moist areas in their homes.

Due to the long 3 to 4-year life cycle of common furniture beetles, home contractors and house timber suppliers may be unaware of the presence of common furniture beetle eggs or developing larvae deep in housing or furniture timbers. Common furniture beetle infestations may not be visible until years after the timber has become part of a home's structural profile.

 

 

 

 

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The influence of wood components and parts on the growth and development of pests

1. The influence of wood components on dry wood pests. Wood is composed of countless small cells. The cell wall is composed of polysaccharide cellulose and hemicellulose, as well as aromatic lignin, of which cellulose accounts for 40-62%, and lignin is 18- 38%, hemicellulose accounts for 8-37%, starch is more than 60%, sugar is 6%, and protein is 1-2%. Different pests have different nutrient requirements for wood. The beetle can directly digest the cellulose in wood by digestion in its own body; mealy beetle cannot digest lignin, cellulose and hemi-fiber, it mainly absorbs starch and a small amount of wood in the wood. The sugar; bamboo beetles and long beetles also use starch and sugar as nutrient sources.

 

2. The effect of different parts of wood on pests. Different parts of wood contain different nutrients: sapwood cells contain richer nutrients, which are suitable for termites to eat by pests, so heartwood is more resistant to insects than sapwood.

 

3. The influence of tree species. Wood borers eat and digest different parts and substances of wood. At the same time, because different kinds of wood contain different substances, their feeding is also different.

 

 

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Harmful characteristics of wood borers

In addition to termites, the pests that damage wood include longhorn beetles and borers. There are many species of borers; the size of the boreholes can roughly distinguish which type of borer. Among the borers, the most headache for carpenters and decorators is mealworms.

 

In recent years, with the increase in wood decoration, especially the increase in residential insect pests, it has a serious impact on people's lives, and has gradually attracted people's attention. When environmental conditions permit, organic furniture is also susceptible to pests and parasitism. Common furniture pests include termites, wood beetles, mealy beetles, etc. These small insects with a size of less than 5mm, the larvae will penetrate into the furniture and gnaw, causing The dense and hollow acupuncture passages will fly out of the holes along the acupuncture passages after they mature and emerge, and mate and lay eggs again, completing their life cycle cycles.

 

Therefore, the appearance of the furniture should be checked frequently. If there are many small worm holes on the surface, you must take a closer look at whether you have been infected by pests. If there are small round holes in the wood products, and the larvae foraging in the wood products, the wood products will be hollow. . In addition, there are some fine dust-like powders, which indicate that there are still harmful insect activities inside. You must immediately use a plastic bag to seal and isolate them, and find relevant professionals for deworming treatment.

 

 

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FAQ

Do I need to move furniture before pest control?

In most cases, there's no need to move furniture extensively. However, if there's an excess of clutter in your unit, we recommend that clients move the clutter aside to create space for our technicians to apply the treatment.

What is your method of pest control?

For different cases involving infestation, varying in species, severity, and affected area, we tailor our control methods accordingly. The actual procedures for treatment are determined by on-site inspections conducted by our technicians.

How do you charge for your services?

Our pricing policy is absolutely transparent and open. We provide actual quotations based on the specific requirements of each case, without any inflated charges or hidden fees. Prices vary depending on factors such as the location, size of the area, and complexity of the situation. Quotations can be provided over the phone or on-site. Feel free to contact us via phone or WhatsApp at 24588378, or fill out the contact form on our website, and we'll respond promptly.

Do you provide maintenance after the treatment?

For customers who purchase our termite treatment services or sign short-term or annual contracts, we offer maintenance services. (One-time services or treatments for rats, bed bugs, and fleas are excluded.) The actual maintenance services will be priced by our Customer Service Department colleagues.

How many treatments are needed to completely eliminate pests?

Generally, the number of treatments required for each case needs to be assessed after consulting with our Customer Service Department. However, for sudden cases that arise, most can be resolved after three rounds of treatment in a short-term program.

Do your technicians have relevant certifications/professional training?

All our technicians have completed pest control courses organized by the Hong Kong University School of Professional and Continuing Education and obtained satisfactory results. Additionally, our company regularly organizes technical training seminars to enhance and update the professional knowledge of our colleagues.

Are the pesticides you use safe?

The pesticides we use are all imported from abroad and registered and approved by the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department. They are safe for both humans and pets, and only after ensuring their safety do we choose to use them.

Do pets need to be removed from the premises during pest control?

Generally, the pesticides we select are harmless to both humans and animals. However, please notify us in advance before the treatment process begins so that we can make appropriate arrangements.

Can pest control be conducted if there is a newborn baby at home?

Generally, the pesticides we use are harmless to both humans and animals, so pest extermination can be carried out without any concerns.

Can cleaning be done after pest control?

We recommend that customers wait at least three hours after pest extermination before cleaning.

Do we need to vacate the premises during pest control?

Customers do not need to leave their homes unless the unit requires fumigation treatment.

Do you handle severe pest control cases?

We cover all 18 districts in Hong Kong, including the outlying islands, and we can assist customers with their pest control needs. We have experience dealing with pest control in various locations such as schools, hospitals, nursing homes, commercial buildings, large housing estates, construction sites, government facilities, and public parks managed by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department. Rest assured, we have the experience and confidence to address your pest problems!

Are your employees directly hired by your company?

All our employees are directly hired by our company, and we do not outsource any work. We guarantee the quality and effectiveness of our service. If customers have any questions or concerns, they can contact us directly, and we will follow up immediately.