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Eco-Friendly Methods
Licensed Professionals
Family & Pet Safe
5-Star Service
In Craftsbury, deep in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom, wood-boring beetles seek shelter from harsh winters in homes and outbuildings. Aging wooden structures are vulnerable. Purely Nature's Way serves Craftsbury's outdoor recreation community with eco-friendly methods that eliminate wood-boring beetles without disrupting operations or endangering health. We create protective barriers between Craftsbury's forest environment and your living spaces.
About
Wood-boring Beetles
Pests We Treat
Wood-boring Beetles
Peak Season
Late Spring through Summer
Signs Of Infestation
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Oval or oblong exit holes in wood
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Sawdust or frass with different textures than powderpost beetles
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Larvae found in firewood brought indoors
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Damage often in softwood structural lumber
Our Treatment Approach
Natural-first solutions that actually work
Borate treatments protect wood from larvae. Moisture control in crawl spaces and basements essential. We identify specific beetle species to determine if treatment is necessary—many species don't reinfest dried structural wood. For Craftsbury's older structures, we inspect foundations and wall voids where pests commonly harbor.
Prevention Tips
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Inspect lumber and firewood before bringing indoors
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Maintain proper ventilation in crawl spaces
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Use kiln-dried lumber for construction
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Remove dead trees near structures
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Control moisture in structural wood
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between wood-boring beetles and termites?
Wood-boring beetles leave round or oval exit holes and powdery or pellet-like frass. Termites create mud tubes and leave no exit holes—they work from inside out. Beetle damage is usually localized while termite damage spreads along wood grain.
Will wood-boring beetles spread through my whole house?
Most wood-boring beetles in structures emerged from infested lumber or firewood and won't reinfest kiln-dried construction lumber. Old house borers and some others can reinfest, but many beetle species require bark or higher moisture than finished lumber provides.
Can you treat wood-boring beetles in Craftsbury's historic homes?
Absolutely. We specialize in treating older Craftsbury properties using methods that won't damage historic materials. Our targeted approach eliminates pests while preserving your home's character.
