Carpenter bees usually won’t sting, but they can damage wood near your home. Experts explain how to get rid of them, including carpenter bee sprays and traps.

Citrus, peppermint, and eucalyptus essential oils may repel carpenter bees. Add a few drops of the oil to a spray bottle of water and spray wood structures to deter the bees.

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 ...

Spray insecticides will only get rid of bees in the near vicinity. You can place that insecticide yourself, or hire a professional to take care of the pests.

If you do happen to spot a carpenter bee nest in your property, be sure to seal it to prevent the bees from returning. Specialists also recommend using oils like almond or citrus to make the area ...

Simple solution for controlling carpenter bees November 27, 2024 at 4:00 a.m. by The Associated Press , Jessica Damiano, The Associated Press ...

Citrus, peppermint, and eucalyptus essential oils may repel carpenter bees. Add a few drops of the oil to a spray bottle of water and spray wood structures to deter the bees.

If you do happen to spot a carpenter bee nest in your property, be sure to seal it to prevent the bees from returning. Specialists also recommend using oils like almond or citrus to make the area ...