Wood is a beautiful and durable material, but unfortunately it is also susceptible to attack by various insects. Woodworms and carpenter ants in particular can cause great damage to wooden structures, furniture, beams and floors. At KillBugs we are specialized in detecting, treating and completely combating these wood-destroying insects. We offer professional services to both individuals and companies in the regions of Antwerp, Limburg and Leuven, with a 10-year guarantee and an official certificate of woodworm control.

What are wood borers?

Houtaantasters zijn insecten die zich voeden met hout of hun eitjes leggen in hout. Hun larven boren zich in het hout en veroorzaken onzichtbare schade die op termijn de stabiliteit van een gebouw of meubelstuk ernstig in gevaar kan brengen.

The most common wood-destroying pests in Belgium are:

Houtwormen en houtkevers

"Woodworm" is a collective name for the larvae of various types of wood beetles. Some common types:

1. Common furniture beetle (Anobium punctatum)

This is the most well-known woodworm in Belgium. The larvae live in the wood for years and gnaw their way out, leaving round holes of about 2 mm. Particularly affected softwood such as beams and floors are vulnerable.

2. Sapwood beetle (Lyctus brunneus)

This beetle mainly attacks hardwood, such as oak or tropical wood. It is often found in parquet floors, furniture and wooden cabinets. The exit holes are small and oval, and often fine drill dust comes out.

3. Borer beetle or house borer (Hylotrupes bajulus)

The house longhorn beetle is one of the most damaging wood destroyers. These larvae can live in beams for up to 10 years and cause enormous structural damage. The beetle itself is black-brown with grey spots and can be up to 2.5 cm in size.

4. Klopkever (Xestobium rufovillosum)

Also known as the death-beater. They make a ticking sound in the wood, especially at night. The larvae develop in old oak wood and cause considerable damage to antique furniture or old buildings.

Wood ants (Lasius fuliginosus)

The carpenter ant is a black ant species known for its ability to build nests in damp or rotting wood. Unlike woodworms, carpenter ants do not eat the wood, but dig tunnels to house their colony. However, they can cause serious structural damage to wooden beams, roofs and facades. Carpenter ants often indicate a damp problem or already damaged wood.

Onze aanpak bij KillBugs

At KillBugs we have a specialized and effective approach to combating wood borers. We offer:

• Surface treatment: suitable for light attacks or preventive protection.
• Deep treatment: for active and severe infestations, where biocide is injected deep into the wood.

We werken uitsluitend met erkende biociden, die effectief zijn tegen larven én volwassen insecten. Onze methodes zijn veilig, milieubewust en volgens de wettelijke richtlijnen.

After the treatment you will receive an official certificate of woodworm control, valid for insurance and renovations. In addition, we offer a 10-year guarantee on our treatments, so that you can continue building or living with peace of mind.



Working area: Antwerp, Limburg & Leuven

Our experienced employees are active throughout Antwerp, Limburg and Leuven. Whether you own a private home, a historic building or a commercial building, we come to your location for inspection, advice and effective control.

Spotted wood borers?

Don't wait too long!

Woodworms and carpenter ants may seem harmless at first glance, but the damage quickly accumulates. Early detection and professional treatment are essential to avoid major structural problems and high costs.

Neem vandaag nog contact op met KillBugs voor een vrijblijvende inspectie of offerte. Wij maken jouw woning of bedrijf weer volledig vrij van houtaantasters — snel, veilig en gegarandeerd.