If you've ever run into a problem with carpenter bees, you know just how destructive they can be. They drill holes in wooden structures, weakening them and making them unsightly. But, you don't have ...

If you've noticed some large bees hovering around your backyard wooden deck or window frames, they may be carpenter bees. While we appreciate bees that act as pollinators in our gardens, these bees ...

Carpenter bees drill holes in untreated wood in structures like decks and window sills. Learn how to get rid of carpenter bees and prevent them from returning.

You’ll know you have carpenter bees from the seemingly perfect ½-inch holes dotting your decking or porch along with small piles of sawdust nearby. The females chew the wood to form tunnels for laying ...

Carpenter bees can cause significant structural damage to your home if left unchecked. Here's how to know if you have an ...

Barbara has written professionally for more than two decades. In the past five years, she has specialized in creating real estate and home improvement content. Besides writing for Forbes Home, she ...

It’s easy to assume that all bees are pretty similar, but that’s not always the case—especially when it comes to carpenter bees. Carpenter bees usually have a furry abdomen like bumble bees, explains ...