How do beetles damage wood?
Adults beetles lay eggs in the crevices of uncoated wood. When larvae hatch, they start tunneling. Sometimes you can see the outline of tunnels near the wood’s surface, following the soft areas of the grain, but in many cases you can’t see any evidence at all that larvae are present. As the larvae bore, the tunnel behind them becomes packed with sawdust. They stop near the surface of the wood, where they mature. Adults break through the surface, leaving tiny round holes where they emerge. Sawdust spills from the hole, and can continue to spill out for some time even though an infestation is over. How can I get rid of powder post beetles? There are several chemicals that can be used, but they will not penetrate sealed wood. A more extreme (and expensive) measure is to tent the house and use poison gas to eradicate the beetles. Ask a professional for advice about your specific situation. In some cases you’ll find it’s nothing to be overly concerned about. The inspector will tell you to s
