Have you heard the “buzz” around carpenter bees? They may look harmless, but these insects cause unattractive and costly property damage. Colonial Pest Control banishes carpenter bees from your home. We identify problem areas, remove active bees, and prevent them from returning.

Is It a Carpenter Bee or a Bumble Bee?

You can tell carpenter and bumble bees apart by their abdomens — carpenter bees have a hairless and smooth abdomen, while bumble bees are fuzzy. Bumble bees are also more social. They live in colonies, unlike carpenter bees, which nest in pairs. A carpenter bee drills into wood to lay eggs, and bumble bees nest underground.

The Risks of Carpenter Bee Damage

Carpenter bees are less destructive than termites or carpenter ants, but still cause damage. They drill into wood to make their nests. Over time, these tunnels can compromise the integrity of wood structures. Their nesting holes and excrement stains can also affect your home’s visual appeal. Moisture can enter exposed openings, leading to water damage.

The presence of carpenter bees may also attract woodpeckers. These birds enjoy feasting on carpenter bee larvae and will peck at the nest openings to reach them. Their drilling can worsen the damage to your home.

How to Tell If Your NH Home Needs Carpenter Bee Control

Luckily, carpenter bees are easier to spot than other wood-boring insects like termites. These signs indicate the presence of carpenter bees:

• Holes in wood: Carpenter bees drill precise, round holes around one-half inch in diameter. They prefer bare, untreated wood without paint or stains. Look for their nest entrances on decks, fascia boards, roof eaves, and window sills.
• Sawdust: As carpenter bees drill into wood, they leave small piles of sawdust.
• Bees: The most obvious sign of a carpenter bee infestation is the presence of bees. Male bees guard the nest by hovering around the opening. While they don’t sting, male carpenter bees become aggressive if you get near the nest.
• Excrement stains: Yellow-brown stains on wood structures can signal carpenter bee activity.

Our New Hampshire Carpenter Bee Removal Service

Each service begins with a comprehensive inspection of your home. Our trained technicians search your property for signs of carpenter bee activity. We treat the affected areas with a dust or liquid insecticide. This solution eliminates bees inside the galleries and deters others from nesting there.

After treatment, we recommend sealing and painting the holes to prevent future infestations.

Why Trust Us as Your NH Carpenter Bee Exterminator?

Since 1984, Colonial Pest Control has helped restore peace of mind through effective pest management. The benefits of partnering with us for carpenter bee control in New Hampshire include:

• Industry expertise: We have spent more than four decades refining our pest control techniques. Our professionals receive in-depth training. Two on-staff entomologists support our technicians with expert knowledge on pest behavior.
• Environmental focus: Sustainability is a key priority for us. Whenever possible, we use treatments that minimize environmental impact.
• Guaranteed results: We’re so confident that we can solve your carpenter bee problem that we offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Comprehensive warranties provide an extra layer of protection.
• Custom treatment plans: You are unique, and your pest control needs are, too. Rather than a one-size-fits-all solution, we provide a tailored carpenter bee management plan.

Request a Free Quote for Carpenter Bee Control

Tell carpenter bees to buzz off with Colonial Pest Control’s targeted treatments. Call 800-525-8084 to schedule an inspection or get a free NH carpenter bee nest removal quote online.

Read more about carpenter bee control on our blog:

• Carpenter Bees Are Destroying Our Deck!
• Carpenter Bees. What’s the Buzz?
• Woodpeckers and Carpenter Bees
• What Caused Round Holes in Eaves?

Please call today for a FREE ESTIMATE for Carpenter Bee Control at 1-800-525-8084 or make the request online at – REQUEST A QUOTE