2024年3月7日 · Carpenter bees often bore holes in wood during the spring to lay their eggs. Find out how to get rid of carpenter bees without calling a professional.

2024年4月25日 · Non-toxic liquids that repel bees include solutions of water with citrus oil or almond oil. Use a spray bottle to apply around the bee holes to encourage the bees to leave the nest. You need to apply frequently. For best results, combone several techniques to repel carpenter bees.

Here’s what you can do to get rid of them (without resorting to toxic chemicals). What is a carpenter bee? How do carpenter bees drill holes? Can carpenter bees cause structural damage? Method #1: Paint your wood. Method #2: Use citrus essential oil. Method #3: Install chimes or speakers. Method #4: Seal the holes. Method #6: Trap them.

2022年11月22日 · Have you found carpenter bee holes? We’ll tell you how to kill carpenter bees and give you options for deterring and trapping carpenter bees as well.

2024年12月17日 · If the number of carpenter bees in your home is still insignificant, there may be a way to eliminate them without calling bee exterminators. We outline some of the most effective DIY methods for removing these unwanted guests below.

2024年5月22日 · “Just like other bees, carpenter bees forage for pollen and plant nectar, and serve as excellent pollinators.” Here’s what to know about carpenter bees, including what to do if they’ve taken a liking to your wooden structures.

2024年7月8日 · The scent of citrus is an effective repellent for many pests, carpenter bees included. They hate the smell and fortunately, it’s a cheap and natural way to deter them from your home and yard...

2023年3月27日 · Natural Carpenter Bee Repellent. If you prefer to take a natural approach, try using boric acid around the carpenter bee entry holes. Pyrethrins are natural insecticides derived from chrysanthemums. They are less toxic than most insecticides and they do a good job of repelling carpenter bees.

2024年6月25日 · There are several natural and chemical-based ways to get rid of carpenter bees. Purchased or DIY carpenter bee traps usually have the same design: wooden boxes with 1/2-inch holes drilled on each side and a giant hole at the bottom where a plastic or glass bottle is affixed.

2024年9月26日 · Carpenter bees, as their name suggests, can damage the wood in and around your home. They make long, deep burrows into wooden material, where they live and reproduce. You can get rid of carpenter bees with insecticides and natural DIY repellents or by replacing/filling in holes and painting or varnishing the wood.