How to Get Rid of Wood Borers

Wood borers are not prolific, but the most common are the termites, wood boring beetles and carpenter ants. These tend to damage wood at home and by and large damage property and make a mess. Treating the wood boring insects is essential if you want to keep the value of your home intact. There is a separate method to getting rid of each of these bugs.

Termites

Termites are in the majority of the wood borer insects. For the termites there are 2 kinds of treatment. One is a liquid that is generally not very popular because it is not as effective; the other is a chemical treatment that when applied, forms a barrier around your house that prevents termites from entering. The chemical stays in the soil and prevents future infestation for many years. Make sure you use a treatment specially made for termites.

Beetles

Beetles are wood boring insects that eat the wood and eventually destroys it completely. Beetles have specific moisture requirements so, if a barrier, like a polyethylene covering the foundation of the house is put in place, you can prevent them from spreading. Brush the unprotected wood with a special insecticide that will kill the beetles and larvae.

Carpenter Ants

These ants require effective ant bait or gel and a spray pesticide. Destroy the ant’s nests outside the home and you will be rid of their whole colonies. Use sprays specially made for eliminating carpenter ants.