Beetles in Jordan & the South Metro?
Carpet, powderpost, Japanese, and longhorned beetles that damage fabric, wood, and lawns. Here is how we handle it.
How do you get rid of beetles in Minnesota? It depends on the species. Carpet beetles need fabric and pantry treatments, powderpost beetles need wood inspection, and Japanese beetles need a lawn grub program. We identify the beetle first, then target its habitat. Storing goods in sealed containers and inspecting new wood and plants helps prevent them.
Quick facts
What they look like
Hard-shelled insects with hardened front wings; size and color vary by species
Size
1/8 to 1 inch, depending on species
Peak season in Minnesota
Spring through fall, year-round indoors for some species
Where they hide
Fabrics, stored goods, unfinished wood, and lawns
Bite, sting or damage
Does not bite, damages fabric, wood, or plants
What are the signs you have beetles?
Why are beetles in my house?
Carpet beetles come inside on fabric, stored goods, and flowers. Powderpost beetles arrive in unfinished wood and lumber. Japanese beetles feed on landscaping and their grubs feed on grass roots.
What do beetles look like?
What they are
A diverse group of hard-shelled insects; some damage wood, fabric, or lawns
Common Minnesota species
Carpet beetles, powderpost beetles, Japanese beetles, longhorned and stag beetles
When are beetles worst in Minnesota?
Depends on the species. Japanese beetles peak in July, carpet beetles in spring and summer, powderpost beetles year-round in wood.
Are beetles harmful?
Carpet beetles damage fabrics and stored goods; powderpost beetles damage unfinished wood; Japanese beetles defoliate plants and their grubs damage lawns
How does Brothers get rid of beetles?
We identify the beetle and target its habitat: fabric and pantry treatments, wood inspection, or lawn grub programs
How can I keep beetles out?
Store fabrics and dry goods in sealed containers
Inspect unfinished wood and lumber for exit holes before bringing it home
Treat lawn grubs in late summer before they attract skunks and moles
Beetles
Here is how we handle it
Licensed & insured
Family-owned in Jordan since 2021
No rigid contracts
We tell you what you need, and what you don't
Details
Common questions
How do I know which beetle I have?
Are Japanese beetles and lawn grubs related?
Are the products safe for my family and pets?
Related help
Lawn Care
The Brothers service that covers beetles
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Foraging trails in kitchens and along foundations; carpenter ants can nest in moist wood
Learn more about antsPantry Pests
Indian meal moths, grain and flour beetles, weevils, and more that ruin stored food
Learn more about pantry pestsDealing with beetles?
Tell us what you're seeing. We'll figure out what your home actually needs, no pressure, no rigid contracts.
