Barking destruction: Why is it important to fight a wood pest and how to do it effectively

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What is bark beetle and what is the essence of the problem?

Bark beetles are a common name for several species of warrior beetles, striking wood. It is not adults that are the main harm, but their larvae: they rush through the moves in the tree, violating its structure, which leads to the destruction of both individual elements and entire structures. These insects are especially dangerous for wooden houses, baths, outbuildings, as well as for living trees in forests and parks.

Bark beetles are found everywhere — from the Middle Strip Russia to the southern regions. Due to changes in climate and warming, their population began to grow, and activity increases, which makes the problem especially relevant in recent years. So, according to experts, The destruction of the bark beetle It becomes an important task for the owners of wooden houses, cottages and forest plots, since delay in the fight against this pest can lead to serious consequences.

Why does the bark beetle need to fight?

Structural destruction

If infection is not detected in time, bark beetles can completely destroy the supporting elements of wooden buildings. This can lead to the collapse of structures, the creation of emergency situations and the need for expensive overhaul or complete replacement of elements.

Danger for living trees

In forests and gardens, a bark beetle is able to destroy a healthy tree in just one or two season. It weakens the tree from the inside, makes it vulnerable to fungi, decay and secondary pests.

The risk of distribution

Barries easily migrate — from one tree to another, from one building to the neighboring one. If you do not fight it right away, infection can spread throughout the entire territory of the site or even to adjacent areas and houses.

Invisibility at an early stage

At the initial stage of the lesion, it is extremely difficult to detect the pest — it is hidden inside the wood, leaving no external traces. Only after a while, characteristic holes, drill dust and the sounds of “turning” appear.

The main signs of a bark beetle:

• The appearance of small holes with a diameter of 1–2 mm on the surface of the tree.
• Ralling drilling flour (dust) at the base of the structures.
• Characteristic yellow-brown spots or darkening of wood.
• The moves under the bark and inside the array when opening.
• Weak sounds of rattle or clicking inside structures.

Ways to combat bark beetle

There are several methods of combating a bark beetle — from folk to professional. Their effectiveness depends on the degree of infection, such as wood, season and accessibility of infected areas.

Mechanical cleaning

At an early stage, you can try to mechanically remove the affected wood: to monitor the infected areas, replace individual boards, clean the moves. However, this does not guarantee the complete destruction of larvae.

Chemical processing

The most common way is the use of insecticides (special chemicals) that penetrate deep into the structure of wood. There are two approaches:

• Surface impregnation is suitable for prevention and weak infection.
• Injection treatment — is used for deep infection: the drug is introduced into the holes made in wood under pressure.

Gas fumigation

A professional method in which the structure is sealed, and poisoning gas is supplied inside (for example, phosphin). This method destroys all larvae and adults, even in hard -to -reach places. However, it requires special equipment, certified specialists and strict compliance with safety precautions.

Heat treatment

Bark beetles cannot stand high temperatures. The use of hot air or steam can be effective, especially with localized infection. Sometimes microwave equipment is used to warm wood from the inside.

Biological methods

There are natural enemies of the bark beetle — for example, some types of predatory ticks and fungi. However, in conditions of residential and household buildings, such methods are ineffective.

Prevention

The best treatment is a warning. It is necessary to treat all wooden structures with antiseptics and insecticides, especially in the process of construction or repair. It is also recommended to regularly inspect the designs for damage and signs of infection.

Why is it worth contacting specialists?

Accurate diagnosis

Professionals are able to determine the degree and depth of infection, evaluate risks and choose the best way to process. It is difficult to do it yourself, especially if the infection is hidden.

Using professional equipment

For example, injection systems, gas generators, thermal equipment, as well as specialized drugs that are not available in normal sale.

Safety

Chemistry and gases processing requires knowledge and observance of safety measures. Incorrect use can lead to poisoning of people or pets.

A comprehensive approach

Experts not only “poison” the beetle, but also carry out prevention, give recommendations for the protection of structures in the future, help restore damaged elements.

The result is a guarantee

Many organizations give an official guarantee for work performed — up to 3 years or more. This means that in case of re -infection, processing will be performed free of charge.

What threatens inaction?

• Complete destruction of supporting structures (ceilings, beams, rafter systems).
• Reducing the value of real estate.
• The need for expensive repair or demolition of an infected object.
• The spread of infection to neighboring buildings or trees.
• Loss of valuable trees on the site.
• The threat of residents’ safety (collapse, falling trees, etc.).

Experts ask to take into account: the problem of bark beetle is not a minor inconvenience, but a serious threat to wooden houses, buildings and green spaces. It is important to recognize the infection in time and take decisive measures. At the same time, the best result gives an appeal to specialists who have experience, equipment and access to professional protective equipment.

If you notice the first signs of infection, do not postpone the solution. The sooner processing begins, the more chances to preserve wood and avoid large -scale destruction.

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