True or False: The old house borer is often a pest in newer structures but can also be found in older buildings.

The statement is true because the old house borer, scientifically known as Hylotrupes bajulus, is a wood-destroying pest that can infest both newer and older structures. This insect primarily targets softwoods, which may be present in various types of buildings, regardless of their age. While it is often associated with older constructions due to the age of the wood, it can also attack freshly cut timber that has not been adequately treated for protection against pests. Its presence in newer buildings may be linked to the use of untreated or reclaimed wood, which may still harbor larvae from earlier infestations. Thus, the versatility of the old house borer in infesting different types of structures supports the assertion that it is a pest in both new and old buildings.