Carpenter Bee Control in Birmingham, AL
Get rid of carpenter bees with effective treatment from APS
Carpenter bees are attracted to unfinished wooden structures and objects around the home, including decks, porches, fences, siding, or fascia boards. Signs of a carpenter bee infestation including entrance holes in the wood, sawdust, pollen and feces, and appearance of bees flying around or crawling out of the wood. If you have a carpenter problem, we can help. Alabama Professional Services offers effective carpenter bee control and treatment services in Birmingham, Huntsville, and throughout Alabama.
Contact us today for a free, no-obligation estimate. We also provide estimates for all types of pest and rodents.
Customized Carpenter Bee Service
Treatment Option 1
- Spray designated surfaces for 3 consecutive months
- Thorough inspection performed by an APS pest control professional
Treatment Option 2
- Thorough inspection performed by an APS pest control professional
- Seal holes and spray affected areas
- Follow up with 3 consecutive months of spraying of the designated areas
Carpenter Bees in Alabama – Identification & Prevention
| Color | Blue-black, green or purple metallic sheen on abdomen |
| Legs | Six |
| Shape | Oval; Bee Shape |
| Size | 1″ |
| Antennae | Yes |
| Flight | Yes |
Habits
Unlike bumble bees, carpenter bees are solitary insects. Female carpenter bees will chew a tunnel into a piece of wood to build a nest gallery. The bits of wood she chews and deposits outside the nest are called frass. The male carpenter bee guards the outside of the nest. He does not have a stinger, but his constant buzzing causes concern for some.
Habitat
Carpenter bees bore through soft woods to lay eggs and protect their larvae as they develop.
Threats
Carpenter bees do not pose a public health threat, but they can damage wood through their nest building.
Prevention
Carpenter bees prefer bare wood, so painting and staining wood can sometimes deter them. However, they will sometimes attack stained or painted wood, so contact a pest control professional for assistance.
Free estimates for carpenter bee control in Alabama
Got a bee problem? Alabama Professional Services can help with comprehensive carpenter bee removal services. Schedule a free carpenter bee control estimate today in Alabama. Our experienced, professional crew is happy to help.