Dispose of vacuum cleaner bags after cleaning infested areas. Avoid foods in broken packaging. Use the Fact Sheets for control recommendations. In cases of severe infestations, a reputable pest control firm may be advisable. Fact Sheet 2091, Reference Ento.13, gives guidelines for choosing a pest control company.
Several insects use firewood and structural wood for their homes and as a food source.
Refer to the Fact Sheets on these pests when problems arise. Infestations of carpenter ants and termites cause alarm and panic among homeowners. Do not feel pressured if these pests are discovered. These insects work slowly. A house cannot be ruined overnight.