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Termites & Wood Pests · Austin, Texas

Deathwatch Beetles

Small brown cylindrical beetles. Adults tap their heads against wood to find mates.

Quick answerMagic Pest & Lawn quotes wood-boring pests after a look at the damage. We offer preventative termite treatment, but we don't treat active termite infestations or write WDI reports for home sales. Call or text 512-203-0525.
Deathwatch beetle
Deathwatch beetle · Magic Pest & Lawn, Austin TX

Signs you have them

  • Tapping sounds in walls in spring
  • Round exit holes about 1/8 inch
  • Pellet-like frass

Why it matters

Slow damage to structural wood, especially where moisture is high.

How we treat it

Treatment of affected wood, along with fixing the moisture problem.

Prevention

  • Ventilate crawl spaces
  • Fix leaks that keep framing damp

Where we treat deathwatch beetles

Season in Central Texas: Active Mar–Jul; peak Apr–May.

Magic Pest & Lawn serves Austin and 26 surrounding towns, including:

AustinRound RockGeorgetownCedar ParkPflugervilleLakewayBudaKyleAll towns →

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