Frenchy Posted September 6, 2004 Share Posted September 6, 2004 We have just recently purchased a property in the Dordogne, we had the required diagnostics report for termites, asbestos and lead provided before we signed the contract (arranged by the agent). We have recently discovered that we have a bad infestation of Capricorne, I believe it is also called Long horn Beetle. Today I telephoned the people that actually provided the report to discuss the fact that we were not informed. Come to find out they did note it in the report in the form of an abbreviation in the small print that we did not pick up. However, I feel that this must have been pointed out to the agent.If it hadn't been brought to our attention by a Tiler/Carpenter (he was standing near a beam when he heard them!) there is no telling how long it would have been before we would have known about the infestation. I have done a search on LF and only came up with one reply regarding Capricorne. Has anyone else had a similar experience or infestation of Capricorne? I would be most interested to find out how difficult and expensive it is to treat.Thank you in advance for any advise or replies.` Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caterham7 Posted September 7, 2004 Share Posted September 7, 2004 Insecticidal treatments against wood-boring insects ,is a BRE digest which covers the treatment methods.House long horn beetle can result in major timber replacement work being required,the BRE suggests that a structural survey is essential and only lightly infested timbers can be treated by either a paste or organic solvent.Heavily infested timbers will require replacement with treated timbers.It is a requirement in the UK to report all cases as the spread of infestations is being monitored.I would suggest you need to contact a specialist timber treatment company to undertake a survey and provide a quote for treatment.Also get an experianced carpenter to price replacing the timbers which are heavily infested.Or alternatively appoint a structural engineer or building surveyor to investigate it for you.If you need any more specific information on the treatment methods please do not hesitate to contact me.Regards Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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