Pest Control Blog - Beetles

Common Furniture Beetles and How to Deal With Them

If you’re noticing damage to wooden furniture and structures in and around your home, common furniture beetles (Anobium punctatum) may be the culprit. Read on to learn how to spot wood beetles in furniture and wood and what to do about infestations.

How to Tell the Difference Between Powderpost Beetles and False Powderpost Beetles

Powderpost and false powderpost beetles are common wood-boring pests that can cause extensive structural or cosmetic damage to the wood in and around your home. While they can often be confused for one another, these two wood-boring beetles cause different kinds and severities of wood damage and can require varied treatments to eliminate an infestation. 

Key Facts About Deathwatch Beetles (Xestobium rufovillosum)

Ailing trees and weakened wood on your property could be signs of deathwatch beetle damage, as these pests are common in some parts of the U.S. Read on to get the facts on these wood-destroying beetles and for tips on getting rid of deathwatch beetles. 

Weevils Infestation 101: What to Do About Bark Beetles

Bark beetles have made headlines in recent years due to major outbreaks in California and other parts of the U.S. As climate change causes warmer temperatures and increased drought events, bark beetle infestations are likely to become more common, making it important to know the facts about bark beetle control.