What can cause woodworm?

Usually, the cause of woodworm is moisture within the timber of your property. This could be due to environmental factors such as damp or poor ventilation.

Is woodworm harmful to humans?

Woodworm does not usually directly cause harm to humans. However, infestations of woodworm could lead to safety and structural problems.

Is woodworm a reason to not buy a house?

It will depend on the severity of the infestation of woodworm. A minor infestation can be easily rectified without too much cost. Whereas an infestation that has impacted on the structure of the house can be trickier to deal with and could be a reason to negotiate on the price or to choose to reconsider if you want to purchase the property.