— our services
Professional diagnosis and treatment of woodworm using Safeguard ProBor boron-based preservative, protecting structural and decorative timbers from ongoing insect damage with an honest, evidence-based approach.
— about this service
Procure Damp Proofing Group's woodworm treatment service begins with a thorough inspection to confirm whether an infestation is active or historic, as not all woodworm evidence requires chemical treatment. Where active infestation is confirmed, Procure applies Safeguard ProBor, a boron-based timber preservative, by spray or injection to penetrate and treat the full timber cross-section. ProBor is toxic to wood-boring insects but carries a low mammalian toxicity profile, making it appropriate for use in occupied residential buildings. All timber treatments are carried out by technicians who have completed the Safeguard training course.
— our process
All accessible timbers are inspected for exit holes, frass and any visible structural weakening. The technician determines whether the infestation is active or historic and whether chemical treatment is warranted before any product is applied.
Where active infestation is confirmed, Safeguard ProBor is applied by spray and injection to ensure penetration to the core of the affected timbers. Treatment coverage is documented for the guarantee record.
A written treatment record is produced on completion. Clients are advised on how to monitor for future activity and any structural repairs required to timbers weakened by existing damage.
— benefits
Procure confirms whether woodworm is active before recommending chemical treatment. Historic, inactive infestations may not require intervention at all. Recommending otherwise would be unnecessary and costly for the client, and that is not how we work.
ProBor is a well-established timber preservative applied by Safeguard-trained technicians to manufacturer specification, ensuring correct dilution, application rate and penetration depth throughout the treated timbers.
— faq
Active woodworm shows fresh, light-coloured frass in or below exit holes and clean, bright hole edges. Historic infestation shows dark, compacted frass and dull, aged hole edges. Procure's inspection distinguishes clearly between the two before any recommendation is made.
The longer an active woodworm infestation is left untreated, the greater the structural risk. Procure Damp Proofing Group provides honest, inspection-led woodworm treatment across Bedfordshire using Safeguard ProBor.
— Other Services
Active woodworm is strongly associated with elevated timber moisture content. Damp timbers are far more susceptible to infestation and damage spreads faster. Procure assesses timber moisture as part of the treatment programme and addresses any underlying damp source.
