- Wood Borer Treatment Cape Town covers roof trusses, beams, floors and furniture.
- Pine roof timbers in older Western Cape homes are the most common target.
- Treatment is usually spraying or injecting the timber. Badly damaged timber is replaced. Compare local quotes.
Tell us where you see holes or powder, and the age and size of the house.
Get Wood Borer Treatment QuotesWood Borer Treatment Prices
| Service | Indicative cost (incl. VAT) |
|---|---|
| Roof timber spray, average house | R4,000 - R12,000 |
| Localised treatment, a few timbers | R1,500 - R4,000 |
| Furniture or small item fumigation | R2,500 - R6,000 |
| Beetle inspection | R800 - R1,800 |
| Timber replacement | Quoted with a carpenter or builder |
Indicative ranges, not a quotation. Cape Town prices for 2026, including VAT. Property size, how bad the infestation is, access and the number of visits all move the number.
Describe the job once and compare quotes from local companies.
Compare Wood Borer Treatment QuotesCommon Wood Borers
| Beetle | Wood | Signs |
|---|---|---|
| European house borer | Pine roof timbers | Oval exit holes about 6 - 10mm, serious structural damage |
| Common furniture beetle | Pine and furniture | Small round holes about 1 - 2mm |
| Powder post beetle | Hardwood floors and furniture | Tiny holes and fine, flour-like powder |
After Treatment
Existing holes remain. Mark them with a pencil after treatment so you can tell if new ones appear. Ask how long the treatment guarantee lasts and whether a re-inspection is included.
For other pests in the house, Pest Control Cape Town lets you compare local companies.
Wood Borer Treatment Questions
Is wood borer serious?
European house borer can weaken roof trusses. Furniture beetle and powder post beetle are usually slower and more local.
Do I need a structural engineer?
Only if trusses or beams are badly weakened. The inspector will say if replacement is needed.
Can furniture be treated?
Yes. Small items are usually fumigated. Ask whether the company collects and returns them.
Pest Control Cape Town is a free quote-comparison service. Treatment and inspection work is carried out by the independent pest control companies that quote you, and your contract is with the company you appoint. Ask each company for a written quote, the technician's PCO registration under Act 36 of 1947, the products they will use and their guarantee terms before appointing anyone.
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