Wood Destroying Pests

Organisms that feed on and damage wood; other pests that are associated with wood.

Carpenter bees and carpenter ants are not considered true "wood destroying organisms" but are included here for those seeking information on pests that damage wood in and around their homes.  True wood destroying pests actually digest or eat wood.  Powder post beetles (powderpost beetles) and termites are very common pests of wood and furniture.  Use the links on this page to find information for the listed pests.  Each page will give basic biology, damage identification and elimination of such wood and furniture pests.

Carpenter Ants   Carpenter Bees   Old House Borer   Powderpost Beetles

Foaming Applications for Termites, Powder Post Beetles   Termites   

Wood Decay Fungi   Bora-Care Borate Termite and Powderpost Beetle Spray

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