10/26/2026
Powderpost Beetles in a Dead Tree? Here's What You Should Know!
If you notice small holes and fine, powder-like sawdust coming from a dead tree, wood-boring beetles could be the cause.
When a dead tree becomes heavily infested, the best solution is often to have the tree removed and properly disposed of off-site.
Leaving infested wood on your property can allow beetles to continue developing and emerging. Avoid stacking the wood near your home or using it for firewood.
At TOPS Pest Control, we believe in addressing pest problems at the source rather than simply applying chemicals when they may not be necessary.
Sometimes, the best pest control solution isn't a treatment — it's removing the source of the problem!