Wood Framing
Structural wood members including studs, joists, rafters, and sill plates.
Critical PriorityWhy Pests Are Found Here
Direct food source for wood-destroying insects, hidden from view, often has moisture issues.
Inspection Tips
Look for mud tubes on foundation, check sill plates, inspect for hollow sounds, look for frass.
Associated Pests
5 pests commonly found in this location
| Common Name | Scientific Name | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Carpenter Ant | Camponotus spp. | Ants |
| Subterranean Termite | Reticulitermes flavipes | Termites |
| Drywood Termite | Incisitermes minor | Termites |
| Powderpost Beetle | Lyctidae | Wood-Boring Pests |
| Old House Borer | Hylotrupes bajulus | Wood-Boring Pests |
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