Carpenter Bee Damage. Carpenter bees prefer to excavate their nests in soft, unpainted wood – such as the back side of fascia boards, siding, window trim, and porch ceilings. They also bore into decks, outdoor furniture, fence posts, and swing sets.
Use Carpenter Bee Kit #3 if you have cedar siding, log or other such home where volume of product is needed. Order Carpenter Bee Kit #3. Return to Carpenter Bee Elimination Article. This Carpenter Bee Kit contains the necessary products for those who have heavy infestations (of carpenter bees) on cedar or log homes. Each kit contains 1 quart Cynoff EC, 1 pound Drione Dust, a Crusader Duster and a 20 gallon hose end sprayer. Cedar and log homes may also be bombarded with carpenter bees which requires special attention. Most of our customers who have these types of homes prefer to use Demon EC or Cynoff EC for their carpenter bee elimination. This Carpenter Bee Kit contains the necessary products for those who have heavy infestations (of carpenter bees) on cedar or log homes. Each kit contains 1 quart Cynoff EC, 1 pound Drione Dust, a Crusader Duster and a 20 gallon hose end sprayer. Get Rid Of Carpenter Bees If you have an active carpenter bee infestation, follow these guidelines to exterminate them. Spray a residual insecticide such as LambdaStar UltraCap 9.7 CS, FenvaStar Cap, or Cyper WSP. If you have an active carpenter bee infestation, follow these guidelines to exterminate them. 1  Spray a residual insecticide such as LambdaStar UltraCap 9.7 CS, FenvaStar Cap, or Cyper WSP. 2  Dust an insecticide residual dust such as Tempo Dust or D Fense Dust in all the new openings. All About Carpenter Bees Carpenter bees are big black solitary bees that look similar to bumble bees but have bare, shiny backs whereas a bumble bee's back is hairy. Unlike honey bees that reproduce in hives, carpenter bees drill into wood in order to lay their eggs. Their holes are perfectly round and about 1/4 inch in diameter. Carpenter bees are large, black and yellow bees frequently seen in spring hovering around the eaves of a house or the underside of a deck or porch rail. They are most often mistaken for bumble bees, but differ in that they have a black shiny tail section.The carpenter bee is so-called because of its habit of excavating tunnels in wood with its strong jaws. Carpenter Bee Damage. Carpenter bees prefer to excavate their nests in soft, unpainted wood – such as the back side of fascia boards, siding, window trim, and porch ceilings. They also bore into decks, outdoor furniture, fence posts, and swing sets. Because carpenter bees are opportunistic it is very important to seal the holes. A quick and easy way to do that is with cork plugs. We want to hear from you! In addition to posting comments on articles and videos, you can also send your comments and questions to us on our contact page or at (800) 946-4420. How to Deal with Carpenter Bees. If the bees are already at work on your home: 1  Fill Abandoned Holes: When carpenter bees emerge in spring and again in fall, fill holes with a bit of steel wool, a wad of aluminum foil, a dowel and wood glue, or even caulk. 2  After filling the holes completely, paint over them. Because carpenter bees are opportunistic it is very important to seal the holes. A quick and easy way to do that is with cork plugs. We want to hear from you! In addition to posting comments on articles and videos, you can also send your comments and questions to us on our contact page or at (800) 946-4420. Carpenter Bee Facts Details about the lifestyle and habits of the carpenter bee, and advice on how to get rid of them. October 4, 2007 Question Someone I know is building a barn. He had a bad experience with his last one with carpenter bees attacking the trusses.  Tags: , damage, deck, hole, porch railing, railing, wood. Carpenter bee with shiny black abdomen. Chances are you’ve been buzzed by a large, intimidating-looking bee when working on the outside of your home. You may also have the telltale holes in your woodwork where these bees build their nests. Because carpenter bees are opportunistic it is very important to seal the holes. A quick and easy way to do that is with cork plugs. We want to hear from you! In addition to posting comments on articles and videos, you can also send your comments and questions to us on our contact page or at (800) 946-4420.
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