Wood-boring beetles come from at least 12 insect families and vary greatly in size, wood preference, nature of damage and other habits. Although preventing beetle infestations is desirable, control measures are available if infestations are found. To control wood-boring beetles, it is extremely important that the beetles or beetle damage be identified properly, as control measures vary by species.
Other insects also attack and damage wood, including termites, carpenter ants and carpenter bees. Their appearance and damage characteristics vary greatly.