Installing Old White Oak Beams

I have a question:
I have recently installed old white oak beams into my new home that were retrieved from a 150+ year old barn.
My question is do they need to be treated to prevent the introduction of wood borers in to my new home. The beams will be exposed in a vaulted ceiling. Thanks.

Answer:
The primary way that powder post beetles are introduced into new homes is from installing old wood that may already be infested.
These beetles can also be introduced from antiques and firewood so they need our help. The species that typically affect oak are multigenerational, they will keep reproducing until the food source is destroyed. You should certainly have the wood inspected at the very minimum. Remember that depending on species, heat, humidity etc., they can stay hidden deep in the wood for up to 10 years. A pre treatment in your situation would be very wise. Preventing the pests now is much easier than trying to treat them once they spread through you house.
Typically a generation emerges May-June.
It's best not to wait until them.
A treatment with borates will last as long as the wood lasts and is safe for you and your family, you don't even have to leave your home during the treatment.
Please email me with any questions.