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ISBN: 9781860811883
Category : Borers (Insects)
Languages : en
Pages : 6
Book Description
Wood can be a food sources for many insect species. Timber in buildings can be attacked by a range of wood-boring insects. Each insect has preferred timber species and some need the wood to be decayed. Structural weakening can result from infestation by some beetles. Part 2 of this Guide contains advice on treating different types of wood-boring insect attack. It should be read in conjunction with Part 1 and Good Repair Guide 12 on assessing and treating wood rot decay.