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Powder Post Beetles
Although wood pest infestations characterized by small holes
and frass are usually referred to as powerpost beetle infestations,
most crawl space homes are constructed from softwood and true
power post or lyctid beetles infest only hardwoods. The main
culprits infesting softwood are usually anobiid beetles. Infestations
are typically found in timbers under the home. In most cases
they are a nuisance pest since it takes many years of activity
for anobiid beetles to structurally damage. Since anobiid beetles
prefer moist wood, moisture elimination should be a part of any
control program. |