Carpenter Bees

<>(Length: ¾” – 1”)  These large dark bees that resemble bumble bees are often seen hovering around the eaves of a house, wooden fences or the underside of a deck in the late spring.  They bore round holes into wood to nest.  They will nest in a wide range of woods, but prefer weathered and unpainted wood.  Typically they do not cause serious structure damage unless a large number of bees are involved over a long period of time.  Male carpenter bees tend to be territorial and can become aggressive towards humans by hovering close by but this is merely a show as they have no stinger.

TREATMENT:  These damaging pests create very real damage to eaves and fascia boards.  A thorough inspection (often on 30 foot ladders) is necessary to detect all the hidden entry holes.  Every entry hole is a nursery entry where the female burrows to deposit her eggs.  Some burrows extend 18 inches deep and are perfectly dime-sized holes.  These burrows must be chemically injected and then sealed with a cork plug. 

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