Treatment
Specialized injection + protective surface treatment
Wood borers damage furniture, doors, and storage from the inside. We inspect each piece to determine depth of infestation, use specialized injections into drill paths plus protective surface treatment. Suitable for antique furniture, doors, wooden ceilings, and inherited pieces.
Small holes in furniture and doors
Fine wood powder under furniture
Clicking sound from inside wood
Wood borers damage furniture, doors, and storage from the inside. We inspect each piece to determine depth of infestation, use specialized injections into drill paths plus protective surface treatment. Suitable for antique furniture, doors, wooden ceilings, and inherited pieces.
Specialized injection + protective surface treatment
Depends on piece count
3 years
If pests return, we come back to re-treat.
Picture this scenario: you are relaxing in your living room, enjoying an evening with family, when you notice a faint clicking sound coming from your antique wooden cabinet. You inspect it briefly, find nothing obvious, and move on. Months later, when you finally decide to move the cabinet, you discover the unthinkable. The wood crumbles in your hands, the interior is hollow, and what once was a treasured family heirloom worth tens of thousands of pounds has been reduced to dust. This is not a hypothetical situation. It is the harsh reality that thousands of Egyptian households confront every single year because of wood borer infestation.
Wood borers rank among the most destructive household pests because they operate in complete secrecy for years, sometimes decades, before any visible damage emerges. By the time most homeowners detect the problem, the destruction has progressed to a critical stage where repair costs reach tens of thousands of Egyptian pounds. The threat extends far beyond damaged furniture or antiques. In older buildings, wood borers can compromise structural beams and ceiling supports, posing genuine safety risks to occupants.
At EIPICO German Pest Control, our technicians have witnessed an alarming number of luxury furniture pieces, irreplaceable antiques, and entire wooden ceiling systems destroyed by neglected or improperly treated infestations. Homeowners contact us in desperation after discovering that a grandmother's cabinet valued at 50,000 EGP has become an empty shell, or that authentic French doors from the 1960s have disintegrated from within. This experience has shaped our methodology, built on early detection, immediate intervention, and long-term prevention.
Since 1998, EIPICO has fought wood borer infestations using the latest German-imported pesticides combined with our signature direct injection technique. This approach delivers active ingredients directly into the wood where larvae feed, rather than relying on surface sprays that merely create the illusion of treatment. With our comprehensive 3-year written warranty and complimentary annual inspections, we guarantee that wood borers will not return to your property. Contact us today at 01061222834 or 01281005941 for a free professional assessment.
Many homeowners underestimate wood borers because these pests do not bite or sting like bed bugs or mosquitoes. The common attitude is: "It is just a tiny insect eating wood. How serious can it really be?" The truth is that wood borers rank among the most financially devastating and structurally dangerous household pests, for several compelling reasons:
Wood borer larvae spend between 2 and 10 years burrowing through wood before emerging as adult beetles. During this extended period, they tunnel extensively through the interior of wooden items while the external surface remains pristine. You may live with a severely compromised piece of furniture for half a decade without any visible warning signs, only to discover catastrophic damage when it finally fails.
When infestations reach load-bearing beams, ceiling joists, or wooden support columns (extremely common in older buildings throughout downtown Cairo, Alexandria, and provincial cities), the problem transforms from a furniture issue into a public safety hazard. Subterranean termites have caused partial ceiling collapses in Egyptian residential buildings after years of undetected feeding. Documented cases exist across multiple Egyptian governorates of structural failures directly attributable to termite damage.
Antique furniture appreciates in value each year due to scarcity, and nothing can replace these items once destroyed. When wood borers attack an authentic 150-year-old French antique, the piece loses both its historical significance and its market value. Even with expert restoration, the appraised value typically drops by 70 to 90 percent because the original structural integrity has been irreversibly compromised.
High-end classical furniture (Neoclassical, Louis XV, Bombay styles) costs between 200,000 EGP and 2,000,000 EGP per room set. Wood borers can completely destroy an entire dining room set within 3 years, and no Egyptian insurance policy covers this type of damage.
When an infested cabinet sits next to a healthy one, the borers simply migrate between pieces. Leaving an infestation untreated guarantees the eventual loss of every wooden item in the affected room, and over time, throughout the entire home. This is precisely why EIPICO insists on treating the entire affected area rather than just the visibly infested piece.
The fine wood dust (called frass) that borers push out through exit holes can trigger respiratory allergies and asthma attacks. When infestations occur near kitchens or children's bedrooms, the frass can contaminate food storage and bedding. Children, elderly residents, and individuals with pre-existing respiratory conditions face the greatest health risks.
The general term "wood borers" actually encompasses several distinct insect species, each with different behaviors and requiring specific treatment protocols. EIPICO addresses all species found in the Egyptian environment:
The most destructive species overall and the most widespread across Upper Egypt, the Nile Delta, and the New Valley. These termites live in underground colonies and access wood through distinctive mud tubes visible on walls and foundations. A single mature colony can contain millions of individuals. Treatment requires a comprehensive chemical soil barrier around the building's foundation combined with direct wood treatment.
Common throughout coastal regions including Alexandria, Port Said, and Suez due to favorable humidity levels. Unlike their subterranean cousins, drywood termites live entirely within the wood itself without requiring soil contact. They expel small hexagonal fecal pellets through tiny exit holes. Treatment involves direct wood injection or, in severe cases, structural fumigation.
The most prevalent borer species in household furniture and hardwood flooring. They prefer hardwoods including beech, oak, and mahogany, producing a characteristic fine talc-like powder from 1-2mm exit holes. The larvae remain hidden within the wood for 2-5 years before emerging as adults.
Found primarily in antique furniture and items over 50 years old, as they prefer aged wood with established decay. They produce a distinctive tapping sound at night (the source of their ominous name). Their exit holes measure slightly larger at 2-3mm, and their damage penetrates deeper into the wood structure.
Attack structural building lumber including roof beams, support joists, and rafters. Their larvae create substantial tunnels measuring 6-10mm in diameter. Old house borer infestations represent serious structural safety concerns.
While these do not damage wood directly, they frequently appear alongside wood borer infestations due to elevated moisture levels. They damage libraries, archives, and document storage. EIPICO addresses these as part of our comprehensive treatment protocol.
Early detection reduces treatment costs by up to 80 percent and protects your furniture from complete destruction. EIPICO experts recommend periodic visual inspection of all wooden items in your home, particularly antiques and older pieces. Here is your comprehensive guide to identifying infestation in its earliest stages:
The most obvious indicator. These appear as perfectly round holes ranging from 0.5mm to 6mm in diameter on the wood surface. A single visible hole often connects to internal tunnels that may extend up to 30 centimeters within the wood. Holes surrounded by fresh powder indicate active infestation, while older holes typically appear dusty inside.
A fine powder ranging from light beige to cream color, typically accumulating beneath infested items on floors, shelves, or window sills. If you clean it away and find fresh powder reappearing within days, you have confirmed an active infestation with absolute certainty.
Gently tap the wood with your knuckles. If you hear a drum-like hollow sound rather than the solid thud of intact wood, internal tunneling has advanced significantly. This indicates serious infestation requiring immediate professional intervention.
Brown earthen tubes running along walls, foundations, and under staircases. These represent subterranean termite "highways" used to travel between soil and wood while protected from open air exposure. Mud tubes are a definitive sign of active termite activity.
During mating season (spring and fall), termite queens fly out to establish new colonies and shed their wings. Finding piles of translucent wings near windows or on floors provides conclusive evidence of a nearby established colony.
Doors that no longer close properly, windows that stick in their frames, hardwood floors making unusual sounds, or visible warping in furniture all indicate that the wood is losing its internal structural integrity due to extensive tunneling.
Small brown beetles flying around indoor lighting, particularly during summer evenings. These represent the adult stage emerging from the wood after completing their larval development. Their appearance indicates a mature, established infestation.
Before contacting a professional service like EIPICO, most homeowners have already attempted every conceivable home remedy: kerosene, gasoline, supermarket aerosol sprays, vinegar solutions, olive oil applications, even salt treatments. These approaches consistently fail, and the problem returns within months, often worse than before. Here is why amateur treatments cannot solve professional pest problems:
The actual damage-causing wood borers are not the adult beetles you occasionally see. The destructive feeding stage is the larvae, which live 5-30 centimeters deep within the wood itself. Surface-applied insecticides penetrate only 1-2mm into wood grain, meaning larvae remain completely protected and continue their destructive feeding undisturbed.
Many homeowners apply kerosene or gasoline thinking they have resolved the problem. These petroleum products destroy wood finishes, create toxic fumes that persist for months, and pose significant fire hazards. Scientific evidence shows they cannot kill larvae embedded deep within wood tissue.
Even if you somehow eliminate existing borers, nothing prevents new infestation. Adult beetles can fly in from neighboring properties or arrive with newly purchased antiques and immediately begin laying eggs. Professional treatment establishes a chemical barrier that prevents new infestations for several years.
Wood borers have evolved for millions of years to resist natural toxins. Inexpensive supermarket pesticides contain outdated active ingredients (weak pyrethroids) that target insects have already developed strong resistance against. EIPICO uses advanced German pesticides with multiple action mechanisms that prevent resistance development.
For termite infestations, killing visible workers accomplishes nothing without reaching the queen. A termite queen lives up to 30 years and produces 30,000 eggs daily. Effective treatment requires slow-acting bait systems that workers carry back to the colony, a sophisticated approach requiring professional knowledge.
Each wood borer species requires different treatment protocols. Treating drywood termites with a subterranean termite protocol yields zero results. EIPICO performs precise species identification before selecting the appropriate treatment methodology.
At EIPICO, we do not approach wood borer infestations with guesswork or one-size-fits-all solutions. Every property undergoes individualized assessment, and we implement a scientifically validated protocol refined through 28 years of experience in the Egyptian market:
An EIPICO specialist visits your property equipped with professional diagnostic tools: a calibrated tapping hammer for acoustic wood inspection, magnification loupes for detailed hole examination, moisture meters to measure wood humidity levels (since borers prefer high moisture content), and fiber-optic borescope cameras for internal cavity inspection. The assessment determines: borer species present, infestation severity level, concealed feeding sites, structural integrity status, and overall infestation rating on a 1-5 scale.
We isolate severely infested furniture pieces from healthy items when relocation is feasible. Food items and clothing receive protective coverings, and our team thoroughly explains the treatment plan to occupants. We recommend that residents, particularly children and pregnant women, vacate the property for 4-6 hours during active treatment.
This represents EIPICO's signature methodology. Our technicians drill precision micro-holes (1.5mm diameter) into infested wood using German-engineered equipment, then inject borate solution under controlled pressure of 4-6 bar directly into the wood matrix. The solution disperses through existing internal tunnels and reaches every larva regardless of depth. Direct injection remains the only scientifically validated method for eliminating borers embedded within wood structure.
Following injection, we apply specialized German Fipronil-based surface treatment to all wood surfaces. This creates a protective barrier that prevents new adult beetles from landing and depositing eggs. The protective layer remains effective for 18-24 months and represents a critical component of long-term prevention.
When subterranean termites are confirmed, we excavate a narrow 30cm trench around the building's foundation and inject concentrated Fipronil solution into the soil at a rate of 5 liters per linear meter. This establishes a chemical barrier that blocks all termite access routes from soil to structure for 5-7 years.
In extreme infestations (severity levels 4-5), we tent the entire structure with airtight tarpaulins and release Sulfuryl Fluoride gas for 24-48 hours. This gas penetrates every cellular space within the wood, eliminating all living organisms. We reserve this approach for irreplaceable antiques, historical buildings, and the most severe infestations.
EIPICO is genuinely "German" in our approach. We import all our pesticides directly from German chemical manufacturers under exclusive supply agreements with three major German chemical companies. This direct sourcing relationship enables us to guarantee treatment effectiveness for the full 3-year warranty period:
Borate represents the gold standard for wood borer treatment globally. It functions through a dual mechanism: poisoning larvae upon ingestion while simultaneously integrating into the wood structure to render it permanently inedible to future borer generations. Borates are completely safe for humans and pets after drying, and the World Health Organization approves them for indoor residential use.
A powerful termiticide with a unique advantage: the active ingredient is "undetectable" to insects, meaning termites cannot sense and avoid treated zones. Workers pass through the chemical and unknowingly transport it back to the colony, achieving complete elimination. EIPICO's proprietary formulation maintains effectiveness in soil for up to 5 years.
Advanced German technology that operates on a different principle than traditional pesticides. Rather than killing borers directly, IGRs prevent them from completing their life cycle (molting, transformation to adults, reproduction). The colony eventually collapses within 60-90 days as no new generation can establish itself.
A colorless, odorless gas that penetrates every microscopic cavity within wood. After proper ventilation, no chemical residue remains in the environment, allowing safe reoccupation within 24 hours of treatment completion.
For valuable antique pieces and museum-quality items, we use natural German treatment oils (linseed-based) blended with natural repellent compounds. These preserve the original patina and value of the piece while providing years of protection against re-infestation.
EIPICO maintains such confidence in our treatment quality that we offer the longest warranty period available in the Egyptian pest control market: 36 full months. This is not marketing language. It is a formal written contract delivered to every client immediately following treatment completion.
Should any new wood borer infestation appear at any point during the 36-month coverage period, EIPICO commits to: immediate complimentary inspection visit, complete retreatment at zero cost to the client, and compensation for any additional damage resulting from initial treatment failure. The warranty covers all wood borer species we initially treated without any distinction between types.
Every 12 months following treatment, an EIPICO technician contacts the client to schedule a free inspection visit. During each annual visit we perform: comprehensive inspection of all previously treated wood items, examination of new wooden additions to the property, renewal of the protective surface layer if needed, and a written report documenting current infestation status or wood health condition.
The explanation is straightforward: our German-imported pesticides are internationally certified and proven to maintain effectiveness for 5-7 years in real-world applications. We offer 3 years specifically to provide a generous safety margin. Throughout our 28-year operating history, warranty activation rates remain below 2 percent of total clients, validating the quality of our work.
Every client receives: an official warranty contract bearing company seal and authorized signatures, a detailed inspection report with photographic documentation, an itemized invoice listing all pesticide types and quantities used, a treatment completion certificate with effective dates, and a unique file reference number for future inquiries.
Antiques receive exceptional handling at EIPICO. A single piece may carry valuation in the hundreds of thousands of pounds, and we cannot treat such items with the same protocol used for ordinary furniture. We maintain a dedicated antique restoration division led by technicians trained in Italy and France in heritage piece restoration techniques.
We collaborate with certified antique appraisers to document piece condition before treatment through detailed photography and written reports. This documentation protects the client's interests and ensures the historical value remains undiminished throughout the treatment process.
We avoid drilling new holes except when absolutely unavoidable. Our technicians utilize injection techniques through existing exit holes (created naturally by the borers), and we employ diluted solutions with repeated applications rather than concentrated single doses. For exceptionally valuable pieces, we use "thermal chamber" treatment that raises the piece's internal temperature to 55°C without humidity, eliminating all insects through purely physical means without chemical exposure.
For high-value pieces, fumigation occurs in dedicated chambers at our EIPICO facilities rather than on-site. The piece is transported with full insurance coverage, treated under optimal controlled conditions, and returned to the client in completely sanitized condition without any impact on the original finish or decorative elements.
Authentic French antiques typically feature delicate bronze and gilt decorative elements that demand extreme care. Our specialists employ specialized materials that remain chemically neutral with these metals, preventing any corrosion or color alteration during treatment.
To ensure complete transparency, here is exactly what to expect when working with EIPICO, from initial contact through warranty completion:
You call 01061222834 or 01281005941, and a customer service specialist responds within 30 seconds. They ask targeted questions about infestation type, property size, and location. The call costs nothing and creates no obligation whatsoever.
We schedule a free inspection within 24-48 hours of your call. The specialist arrives at the agreed time (with a maximum 15-minute tolerance) equipped with complete diagnostic tools and infrastructure.
Within two hours of the inspection visit, we deliver a detailed report via WhatsApp accompanied by a clear quotation. No hidden fees exist in our pricing structure. There are no "surprise charges" added to your final invoice. The quoted price equals the final price.
Upon quote approval, we schedule treatment according to your availability. Typically we can begin work within 3-5 days of client decision. For genuine emergencies (such as imminent structural collapse), we deploy same-day teams.
A team of 2-4 certified technicians arrives at the scheduled time with all required equipment. Treatment duration varies by scope: standard apartments 4-6 hours, villas 8-12 hours, commercial buildings 1-3 days.
Following treatment completion, we return the property to you cleaned and organized exactly as we found it. We sign the warranty contract together, explain post-treatment care guidelines (avoiding heavy washing of treated walls during the first week, for example), and answer any questions.
Every 12 months, we contact you automatically to schedule complimentary follow-up inspections. Should any issue arise at any point during the warranty period, our response team mobilizes immediately.
EIPICO serves every establishment containing wood throughout all Egyptian governorates (Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, Upper Egypt, the Delta, Suez Canal region, Red Sea, and Sinai):
Absolutely yes. All pesticides we use carry the World Health Organization's lowest toxicity classification, and after drying (3-4 hours) the treated area returns to complete safety. For additional protection, we recommend that children and pets remain away from the treated area for 6 hours after application. Pregnant women should ideally wait 24 hours before returning.
No, we work with furniture in place. This is essential because most infestations occur within the furniture itself. We move pieces only as needed to reach all surfaces, and return everything to its original position upon completion.
Yes, and we strongly recommend this practice. Any wooden piece entering your home should undergo preventive treatment before installation or placement near existing furniture. This prevents transferring infestation from the new piece to healthy items. The preventive treatment cost is minimal compared to the value of protecting your entire collection.
Yes, after 7 days post-treatment you can refinish or apply varnish without any complications. Our pesticides do not alter wood color and do not interfere with finish adhesion properties.
Usually no. We employ specialized parquet injection technique using micro-holes (1mm) drilled between floor planks. Only the most severe cases require partial floor removal, and these represent a small minority of cases.
Yes, EIPICO maintains regional offices and mobile response teams across all Egyptian governorates including Alexandria, Tanta, Mansoura, Asyut, Luxor, Aswan, Sharm El Sheikh, and Hurghada. Complete national coverage is part of our service commitment.
The Egyptian pest control market includes many companies. Why does EIPICO represent the smartest choice for wood borer treatment?
Not just a pest control company your partner in protecting your home and business
We import pesticides from German companies certified by EPA and WHO, safe for children and pets, effective on all pest types.
Documented written warranty contract. If pests return during the warranty period, we come back to re-treat.
Every technician has formal training certification and at least 5 years of field experience. Continuous annual training on latest techniques.
We use low-toxicity pesticides approved for use in homes, schools, hospitals, and restaurants.
We respond in minutes and arrive within 24 hours to any area in Greater Cairo. 24/7 emergency service available.
A technician visits you on site, identifies the infestation type and severity, and provides a written plan with cost and duration before any commitment.
Clear process, transparent, no surprises
You call or send us WhatsApp, we reply within minutes and schedule your inspection at your convenience.
A specialist technician visits your location, carefully inspects the infestation, and gives you a written plan and final price.
We apply the treatment plan with German pesticides based on infestation type. One or two sessions depending on severity.
We give you the written warranty contract and follow up with you periodically to ensure the problem is permanently solved.
28 years of success serving families and businesses in Egypt
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I was hopeless with bed bugs. EIPICO came same day, used German pesticides, and I haven't seen a single one since. The 3-year warranty is real peace of mind.
The technician was very professional and arrived exactly on time. He explained every step, and the kitchen was clean from the first session. I have small kids and the materials are completely safe for them.
My warehouse was losing inventory daily to rodents. EIPICO solved the issue at its root and their follow-up is excellent. I honestly recommend them to any merchant or shop owner.
Comprehensive prevention program for our family apartment. Excellent organization, detailed before/after report, and very reasonable prices. Best decision I made in 2024.
Ants invaded our villa. I tried many companies and they kept coming back. EIPICO found the colony source and eliminated it. 6 months later and thank God, nothing.
Summer became bearable thanks to the mosquito program. The garden became a place we actually sit in. Thanks to the whole team for the professionalism.
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Still have a question? Talk to usEIPICO German is among the best pest control companies in Cairo and Giza, thanks to internationally certified German pesticides, an official warranty of up to 3 years, and technicians trained to German standards. We have served over 12,000 clients with a 94% success rate from the first visit.
Yes, EIPICO German provides an official written warranty of up to 3 years on bed bug and cockroach services, and up to 2 years on rodents and wood borers. If the pest returns during the warranty period, we come back to re-treat to re-treat without any additional cost.
Pest control pricing depends on 4 factors: pest type, area in square meters, infestation severity, and number of required visits. Apartment services start at affordable rates, with final pricing set after the pre-inspection by the specialist technician.
Yes, we use German low-toxicity pesticides safe for humans and animals, certified by EPA and WHO and approved for use in homes, schools, and hospitals. The technician gives you clear instructions on ventilation time and safe re-entry per room after treatment.
With German gel technology, results begin to appear within 48 to 72 hours of the first session. Complete colony elimination occurs within 7 to 14 days, as adult cockroaches carry the bait back to the entire colony hiding spot.
Gel is more effective and safer for homes: placed as small dots in hidden corners, carried by roaches back to the colony, and doesn't require evacuation. Spray is faster for very severe cases but needs ventilation after application. We use both together based on the situation.
Yes, we offer same-day service for most areas in Greater Cairo (Cairo, Giza, 6th October, Sheikh Zayed, Fifth Settlement, Maadi, Nasr City, Heliopolis). Call or WhatsApp us, and our technician will be at your location within 24 hours maximum.
In most cases, we achieve complete results from a single session thanks to our dual treatment protocol (chemical + heat). Very severe cases may need a follow-up visit after two weeks to eliminate late-hatching eggs, all included in the base price with no extra fees.
Yes, we offer specialized pest control programs for companies, restaurants, shops, warehouses, and hotels, complying with HACCP and ISO 22000 standards. We provide annual contracts with periodic visits and documented reports, suitable for Ministry of Health requirements and international certifications.
We serve all of Greater Cairo: Cairo (Maadi, Nasr City, Heliopolis, Fifth Settlement, Al Rehab, Madinaty, New Administrative Capital), Giza (6th October, Sheikh Zayed, Faisal, Haram, Dokki, Mohandessin), Alexandria, Qalyubia, Sharqia, Gharbia, and Dakahlia.
Sessions take between 1 and 3 hours depending on the area size and pest type. Regular apartments take about 2 hours, villas and large shops 3 to 4 hours. The technician will give you a precise time estimate after the on-site inspection.
Yes, all our sessions include follow-up based on pest type: 2-week follow-up for bed bugs, 14 days for cockroaches, 21 days for ticks, and monthly program for flies. All included in the base service price with no additional fees.
EIPICO German imports all its chemical pesticides from internationally certified German companies, and applies treatment protocols according to German DIN standards. Technicians receive annual training on the latest German techniques, ensuring Germany-level service quality at local prices.
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