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Borer, carpet beetle & moths

The quiet pests that damage your home and belongings over time, eating into timber, wool carpet, clothing and stored food. Caught early, they are far easier to deal with.

Timber & fabric pests

Protect the structure and what is in it

Borer works away inside timber framing, floors and furniture, especially in older homes. Carpet beetle and cloth moth damage wool carpet and stored clothing, while pantry moth gets into dry food in the cupboard. We inspect the affected areas, treat to break the lifecycle and give you practical advice on storage and cleaning.

Borer in framing, floors and furniture
Carpet beetle and cloth moth in carpet and clothing
Pantry moth and grubs in stored food

Roof framing and timber where borer and pests can take hold

Signs and how we treat it

Signs to look for

Small round holes in timber or furniture
Fine powder under floorboards or framing
Bare patches or damage to wool carpet
Small moths in wardrobes or the pantry

What we do about it

Inspect the timber, carpet or stored items affected
Treat the affected areas to break the lifecycle
Advise on storage, cleaning and prevention
Stand behind the work, with a guarantee

Spotted borer holes or carpet damage?

Catch it early and protect your home. 7 day service across the Waikato.

Call 027 498 2185 Get a quote