by Planet Friendly Pest Control | Jun 24, 2024 | Carpenter Bees
Carpenter bees, while important pollinators, can cause significant structural damage to wooden structures. Understanding when professional intervention is necessary can save homeowners in Southern Maryland and Northern Virginia from costly repairs and persistent...
by Planet Friendly Pest Control | Jun 17, 2024 | Carpenter Bees
Carpenter bees, known for their ability to bore into wood, can cause significant damage to homes if left unchecked. These bees prefer untreated, weathered wood, making homes in Southern Maryland and Northern Virginia particularly vulnerable due to the prevalent use of...
by Planet Friendly Pest Control | Jun 3, 2024 | Carpenter Bees
Carpenter bees, commonly found in Southern Maryland and Northern Virginia, are notorious for their wood-boring habits. These bees, resembling large bumblebees, create tunnels in wood to lay their eggs. While they don’t consume wood, their nesting activities can...
by Planet Friendly Pest Control | May 27, 2024 | Carpenter Bees, Uncategorized
Introduction Carpenter bees, often mistaken for bumblebees, are notorious for causing damage to wooden structures. These large, solitary bees bore into wood to create nests, which can lead to significant structural damage over time. Homeowners in Southern Maryland and...
by Planet Friendly Pest Control | Jul 7, 2021 | Carpenter Bees
Carpenter bees are a species of bees that make their nests by making holes in the structural wood in homes and other buildings. These bees are drawn to wood decks, siding, treehouses, fences, and so on. They can be a real nuisance for homeowners. Yet you...
by Planet Friendly Pest Control | May 26, 2021 | Carpenter Bees
Second only to bumblebee queens, carpenter bees are the largest type of bees in the U.S. They’re common in southern states as well as on the east coast, especially in Southern Maryland and Northern Virginia. While carpenter bees rarely sting, they can cause...