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Professional Woodlice Treatment

Woodlice are harmless crustaceans that feed on rotten wood or other vegetable matter in cool, damp areas. They typically live in external areas, such as, underneath stones, clumps of plants, logs, or doormats. Sometimes they extend their habitats into the dark corners of a house. Woodlice don’t pose any threat to humans, and if you find a single louse, it’s probably just crawled inside accidentally. But if you find them in your house in any significant numbers this can mean an underlying problem. Warm houses aren’t the right conditions for woodlice, so if you have an infestation there is likely an area of dampness that you’ll need to resolve too. Our pest control experts are ready to help you with infestations, offering woodlice treatment 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We provide effective and long-lasting solutions to eliminate woodlice from your home and help prevent future woodlice infestation.

Why Woodlice Infestation is a Problem

Woodlice don't spread disease and are important in the environment because they break down decaying matter, but they can become a nuisance if they make their way indoors, especially if they are in large numbers. Xpress Pest Controllers will focus on removing the existing woodlice, through a applying a woodlice treatment which is a water-based insecticide. To prevent them from returning, the underlying issues will need to be addressed. Controllers can provide advice on what these issues could be and are usually due high levels of humidity, damp, and leaks.

Xpress Pest Control Woodlice Treatment

Working with Xpress Pest Control means fast response times and a personalised treatment, with expert advice that is specific to your situation. Whether it’s an emergency or you’re looking for woodlice treatment that fits in around you, we can help. If you need us urgently, we aim to be with you between 30 and 90 minutes* of your call. If you find you have a pest problem, give our experts a call today. We’re competitively priced and have the experience and expertise you need to rid your property of any woodlice infestation.

FAQs

If you want some advice, our expert advisors are on hand 24/7* to help. They can talk through your problem and give you a free, no-obligation, estimate based on your specific situation. Or take a look at our frequently asked questions below and see how our professionals can help you.

What are some of the different names used for woodlice?
- In Scotland, Northern Ireland and the North-East of England, they are referred to as ‘slater’
- In Surrey, East London and North-East Kent, they are called ‘cheesy-bug’
- Around the Reading and Maidenhead area, they have the name ‘cheese-log’
- For those in South Gloucestershire, East Somerset and North Wiltshire, they have commandeered the name ‘chucky-pig’
- Surrounding County Cork in Ireland, they are known as ‘fat pig’
- Across the UK, their most common names are ‘roly-polies’ and ‘pill bugs’
Do Woodlice Bite?
Woodlice are a harmless crustacean and do not bite. They are not dangerous to humans or pets and do not transmit diseases either. A woodlice infestation can be severe and persistent in the right conditions and the numbers can cause a nuisance for property owners.
Are woodlice harmful to my property?
Woodlice are not harmful to your property. Unlike woodworm and other destructive pests, they don't eat wood or cause structural damage. Woodlice feed on decaying organic matter, like rotting wood and leaves, so they aren't a direct threat to the building materials in your house.

However, their presence might indicate high moisture levels, which could be caused by other issues like mould or could attract more damaging pests. Addressing the underlying moisture problem can help keep woodlice and other pests out of your property.
How Do Xpress Handle a Woodlice Infestation?
Our pest controllers are experienced in dealing with woodlice infestations and know the conditions in which they thrive. The experts will treat the infestation with a water-based insecticide, can advise on how they are entering and what's attracting them. It’s usually moisture. The controllers will also advise on the particular underlying issue at hand, whether sealing any cracks or gaps where woodlice can gain entry could help. They might also suggest removing nearby decaying materials, like rotting wood or leaves near foundations, that might attract woodlice.
How Can I Stop Woodlice from Entering My Property?
Like most bugs, woodlice enter homes and businesses through small openings or cracks in the walls and floors. A woodlouse might also wander through an open door or window. They need water so are attracted to damp areas, particularly kitchens and bathrooms and in general properties with high humidity levels or perhaps water leaks.

You can try to seal any potential entry points, remove any sources of moisture or standing water, and reduce humidity levels by using a dehumidifier or ongoing ventilation. You can also clear away leaves, decaying wood, and other organic materials near the foundation of your home, as these can attract woodlice.

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