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Insect Pests in
Wood
- Certain insects damage wood
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Summary: Certain insect pests can
cause extensive damage to homes, buildings and
building materials. Regular pest inspections are the
key to preventing or minimizing this damage.
Structures in warm climates are far more likely to
develop structural pest problems than those
in cooler climates. Use the links below to find
pictures, life history and least-toxic control
information.
Jack DeAngelis, PhD
OSU Ext. Entomologist (ret.)
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Carpenter
ants are large black or red and
black ants that nest in cavities constructed
above ground. Nests may be constructed in
walls, ceilings or subfloors.
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Powderpost
beetles are small, brown, cylindrical beetles
whose larvae burrow inside wood. These larvae
use starch packed inside wood cells as food.
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Home
inspections for wood-damaging
insects are
so important that you should hire someone if
you don't want to do it yourself.
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Other pests of wood
Dry
Rot is caused by a fungus that destroys
the strength and integrity of wood. The fungus is
usually associated with high moisture.
Log
Home Maintenance - Several wood destroying
insects are especially common in log homes.
Fortunately there are inexpensive things you can do to
protect log homes.
Hardwood
Flooring Damage - Powderpost beetles can
cause significant damage to hardwood flooring.
Carpenter
Bees are large, colorful bees that
resemble bumble bees but bore tunnels into exterior
structural and decorative wood.
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