Woodworm can quietly damage timber for years before it’s noticed. If you’re seeing small exit holes, fine dust, or weakened wood, it’s important to act quickly with professional woodworm treatment in Kent. Timberwise identifies the species, assesses the extent of the infestation, and delivers targeted treatment. With over 50 years of experience, we provide solutions that eliminate active infestations and protect your property long term.
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We Cover The Following Areas In Kent:
- All of Kent
- Ashford
- Aylesford
- Bearsted
- Birchington
- Broadstairs
- Canterbury
- Chatham
- Cranbrook
- Deal
- Dover
- Edenbridge
- Faversham
- Folkestone
- Gillingham
- Gravesend
- Herne Bay
- Hythe
- Larkfield
- Longfield
- Maidstone
- Margate
- Minster
- Paddock Wood
- Queenborough
- Ramsgate
- Rochester
- Sandwich
- Sevenoaks
- Sheerness
- Sittingbourne
- Snodland
- Strood
- Swanley
- Tenterden
- Tonbridge
- Tunbridge Wells
- West Malling
- Westgate-on-Sea
- Whitstable
- Wye
Can’t find your area? Just call our team to see if we cover you, or check our full list of locations here.
Why Choose Timberwise?
Local, Kent-Based Team
Our PCA-qualified surveyors and technicians cover the entirety of Kent and its surrounding areas, meaning that we can help no matter where you are located.
Certified Property Care Specialists
We are members of the Property Care Association, and endorsed by Which? Trusted Traders, as well as being members of Checkatrade, and Trustmark.
Long-Term Guarantees
To give long-term peace of mind, all Timberwise damp proofing and timber treatments carry a 20-year guarantee, and completed basement waterproofing installations are backed by a 10-year guarantee.
Proven Results in Kent Properties
Whether you live in an older terraced home, a modern loft or basement conversion, or a listed building, our local team of surveyors and technicians can help.
What Our Customers Say
Read feedback from homeowners who have recieved a survey from Timberwise
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Recent Projects by Timberwise in Kent
Dry Rot Treatment in Southend-on-Sea
Client: Domestic Our client, a homeowner in Southend-on-Sea, contracted Timberwise to conduct dry rot treatment...
Conducting Damp Repairs in a Herne Bay Flat
Client: Domestic Our client, a homeowner in Cardiff, contacted Timberwise to consult on the condition...
Basement waterproofing as part of a £30 Million commercial redevelopment in Seal
Products Used: cavity drain membrane, sump pump, waterproofing slurry. Overview Set in acres of Kent...
Professional Woodworm Surveys in Kent
Accurate diagnosis is key to effective treatment. Not all timber damage is caused by active woodworm, and unnecessary treatment can be avoided with the right survey.
Our woodworm surveys in Kent determine whether the infestation is active, the species involved, and the level of damage. You’ll receive a clear report and practical next steps, giving you confidence in the solution recommended.
If you suspect woodworm, early action can prevent further damage. Contact us today to arrange an inspection and get clear, professional advice tailored to your property.
Targeted Woodworm Treatment Solutions
Different wood-boring insects require different approaches. As experienced woodworm specialists in Kent, we use proven treatments designed to eradicate active larvae and prevent reinfestation.
Treatments may include surface applications, deep-penetrating preservatives, or localised timber replacement where damage is advanced. Every solution is tailored to your property, ensuring effective and efficient results.
Where possible, we reinforce and retain existing timber rather than replacing it unnecessarily. This approach minimises disruption while ensuring your property remains safe and structurally sound.
Addressing the Cause of Woodworm Infestation
Woodworm is often linked to damp problems and poor ventilation. Simply treating the timber without resolving these factors can lead to recurring problems.
We take a joined-up approach, identifying contributing issues and recommending solutions where needed. This may include damp proofing or ventilation improvements to support long-term protection.
Woodworm doesn’t just affect appearance—it can weaken structural timber over time. Where damage has occurred, we can also carry out structural repairs to restore strength and stability.
Whilst we often have same-week availability in Kent, it can be dependent on demand. Call 01233 356114 to speak to us and find the earliest survey appointment that works for you.
Signs of active woodworm include fresh exit holes, fine dust (frass), and weakened timber. A professional survey confirms whether treatment is needed.
Woodworm treatment costs depend on the cause and extent of the problem in the property. You will receive a written report following your survey that will include a clear quote for any recommended remedial works.
Most treatments are quick and minimally disruptive. Any necessary repairs are planned carefully to reduce impact on your home.
If treated correctly and underlying conditions are addressed, reinfestation is unlikely. Our approach focuses on both eradication and prevention.
Of course – no matter if you are in the dead centre of Canterbury, or the outskirts of Maidstone, our team are going to be able to help. We cover the entire Kent area, so if you need a survey, just get in touch!
Yes. Our team in Kent is PCA-qualified, and Timberwise is endorsed by Which? Trusted Traders. For more information on our different qualifications and endorsements, you can visit our accreditations page here.
Of course. Across Kent and the south east, we routinely treat Victorian and Edwardian homes, city-centre flats, commercial properties, modern housing and listed buildings. Our team coordinates access with building management and takes care of parking and permit arrangements where required.
Yes, Timberwise offer guarantees on completed work, with different levels of guarantee applied to different types of work.
Damp proof coursing has a guarantee of 20 years, timber treatments have a guarantee of 20 years, and completed basement waterproofing works have a guarantee of 10 years.
For a full list of Timberwise guarantees, and the relevant terms and conditions, visit our guarantee page here.
Yes, we are ready to work with landlords, estate agents, or anyone within the property chain. We can liase with whoever is in charge of the property to ensure that all works are completed on time whilst minimising disruption for any tenants in the property.
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