Pest ID Guide
Carpenter Bees
Carpenter bee
Identification
Large, solitary bees, often mistaken for bumblebees.
Habitat
Drill round, dime-sized holes into exposed wood, eaves, decks, and fascia boards to lay eggs.
Why They're A Risk
Males don't sting and females rarely do, but repeated drilling damages structural wood over seasons.
Signs To Watch For
Round holes in eaves or fascia boards, sawdust piles below the holes, and buzzing near untreated wood.
