Carpenter Bee Removal in Michigan
Pest Defender Program for Your Home
All pest control solutions begin with our comprehensive year-round maintenance program – just $49 per month.
Our Pest Defender Program includes the following services:
- Three Preventative Treatments: We perform services in Spring, Summer, and Fall (every 8-12 weeks).
- General Pests Covered: Hornets, Wasps, Yellow Jackets, Carpenter Bees, House Ants, Pavement Ants, Carpenter Ants, Spiders, Stink Bugs, Boxelder Bugs and more.
- Year-Round Protection: Additional treatments are covered under the warranty.
*Wingman Pest Control will ensure your home stays pest-free all year round.
Our Carpenter Bee Removal Services Are Quite the Buzz
Carpenter bees are drawn to our homes and often try to make them their new homes, too. If your home or business has become susceptible to the sting of bees, Wingman will bail you out. Here is our three-step approach for targeting and eliminating carpenter bees.
Step 1: Targeted Treatment to Control Carpenter Bees
The first step in controlling carpenter bees is to identify and treat the nesting sites. Our team will visit your property to conduct a thorough inspection of all potential nesting sites where carpenter bees might have made their home. This includes checking fascia boards, wooden beams, decks, and eaves where bees commonly burrow into the wood.
Once we identify the areas of concern, we use precision equipment to apply pesticide dust directly into the carpenter bee holes. This pesticide dust is designed to travel deep into the galleries and contact any present bees while leaving behind a residual for returning bees.
In addition to applying pesticide dust directly into the nests, we also apply a residual treatment to the surrounding areas where bees may try to create new holes in the wood. This helps to slow the creation of new carpenter bee holes and neutralize any returning bees. By using precision tools, we ensure that the application is accurate, targeting only the affected areas and ensuring minimal exposure to the surrounding environment.
Once the treatment has been applied, we allow time for the products to work before moving on to the next steps. This approach is vital for ensuring that the carpenter bees contact the treatment, slowing the progression of further infestation.
Step 2: Waiting for Product Transfer
Once the pesticide has been applied, we allow time for the product to fully take effect. Carpenter bees will carry the pesticides on their bodies after contact and transfer the treatment when encountering other carpenter bees. This ensures that those carpenter bees not directly treated come in contact with the treatment and will further reduce the population.
Carpenter bee larvae are located in individual cells deep in the galleries and are unlikely to be contacted directly by the pesticides. This makes the secondary transfer method important to ensure that newly emerged adults come into contact with treatment.
The time required for the pesticide to fully take effect will vary depending on the amount of activity and the number of the nesting sites. However, we always follow up to ensure that the treatment is working as expected. Our experienced technicians will monitor the situation closely, checking for any signs of ongoing bee activity.
Carpenter bees are resilient and will likely need regular monitoring and treatments to maintain population control. Pesticides will do much of the work, but sealing work and physical modifications will help ensure long term control.
Step 3: Sealing and Preventing Future Infestations
After the carpenter bees have been neutralized, the next critical step is to seal the holes and reduce future nesting sites. Carpenter bees bore into wood and create branching paths known as galleries. These can be extensive if multiple generations have been allowed to expand the galleries. By sealing these holes, we not only block off entry points for future carpenter bees, but also prevent moisture from entering the wood which may lead to further damage.
For an additional fee, we will seal and fill the existing carpenter bee holes with a high-quality caulk which will prevent future use of these holes. If you choose to fill the holes, we recommend using caulk, wood filler, or wooden dowels to block access to the holes. Carpenter bee traps are also recommended to hang in areas where activity is typically seen. Carpenter bees will enter these traps and cannot exit, ensuring that they will not cause further wood damage.
Regularly painting or applying a clear coat to bare wood may help slow down carpenter bee destruction, but will oftentimes not prevent it. In cases where carpenter bees are particularly persistent or the infestation has caused significant damage, we may recommend physical removal and replacement of the infested wood.
These preventative measures can help maintain carpenter bee population control. Proper sealing and monitoring can keep your property safe from carpenter bees for the long term. Our ultimate goal is to give you peace of mind by ensuring your wooden structures are protected and pest-free.
Why Choose Us for Bee Control?
Expert Inspections
Our technicians are highly trained in identifying carpenter bee activity and locating nesting sites. We provide thorough inspections and detailed reports with photos, ensuring you understand the problem and the best course of action.
Long-Term Results
We don’t just eliminate the bees you see—we target their nests and entry points. Our proven treatments and preventative measures keep carpenter bees from returning and causing further damage to your property.
Local Knowledge
With years of experience serving Southeast Michigan, we understand the challenges that carpenter bees pose in the region. Our team knows how to handle infestations efficiently, protecting homes and businesses from costly structural damage.
FAQ'S
Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers!
Understanding carpenter bee removal can feel overwhelming, but we’re here to make it simple. From identifying the signs of an infestation to learning how to protect your home from future damage, we’ve compiled answers to the most common questions. Our goal is to ensure you feel informed and confident about tackling the problem head-on. With the right knowledge and expert solutions, you can keep your home safe from these destructive pests for good.
Carpenter bees look a lot like bumblebees, but they don’t live in hives. Instead, they drill into wood to make their nests, leaving behind perfectly round holes in decks, fences, eaves, and fascia boards. Over time, these little buzzers can cause serious structural damage, and they tend to return year after year if left untreated.
If you’re noticing dime-sized holes in exposed wood, sawdust beneath them, or even bees hovering around your home, you might have carpenter bees. Another big sign? The distinctive “chewing” sound they make as they tunnel into wood.
Male carpenter bees may put on a tough act, darting toward you aggressively, but they don’t actually sting. Females do have stingers, but they’re usually pretty docile unless provoked. The real issue with these bees isn’t their sting—it’s the structural damage they cause.
There are DIY methods out there, but most don’t address the real problem—the larvae growing inside the tunnels. Without professional treatment, the next generation will hatch and start the cycle all over again. Our expert solutions don’t just eliminate the bees you see; they stop future infestations at the source.
We use specialized dust treatments injected directly into the nesting holes. This dust targets the bees where they live and prevents new ones from emerging. After treatment, we recommend sealing up the holes and applying a protective barrier to keep bees from coming back.
Yep! If left untreated, carpenter bees will revisit the same wooden surfaces season after season. Worse yet, their abandoned tunnels attract woodpeckers, who will tear into your home even further looking for an easy snack.
Nope! Carpenter bees aren’t major pollinators like honeybees. Our treatments are targeted and won’t harm the beneficial bees that help your garden thrive.
The best defense is sealing up their entry holes and treating exposed wood with a bee-resistant finish. If you have untreated wood, consider painting or staining it—carpenter bees prefer bare, weathered wood over finished surfaces.
Spring is prime time! Carpenter bees emerge as the weather warms up and start looking for places to nest. Treating early in the season stops them before they get too comfortable and lay eggs.
Because we don’t just get rid of bees—we make sure they don’t come back. Our expert team knows exactly where to look, how to treat the problem, and what steps to take to protect your home long-term. When you call Wingman, you get a pest-free guarantee backed by professionals who know their stuff.
TestimonialS
Here’s what our Insect control customers say:
Wingman has done a great job for us! First of all, they bat-proofed our house, then we contracted them for insects and our earwigs and spiders have virtually disappeared! Rob even found a bees nest in our landscaping which he immediately took care of. Highly recommended!
I was very impressed with Wingman Pest Control! Quick turnaround from the initial inquiry, competitive pricing, and great communication and follow-up. And of course, the wasps are gone!
Rob at Wingman has been coming to my residence for years. He is always helpful, professional, and courteous. I highly recommend Wingman.
Get Carpenter Bee Control Now!
Our Pest Defender Program is the best way to keep carpenter bees—and other pests—away all year long. For just $49 per month, our experts provide regular preventative treatments to protect your property from costly infestations. You’ll receive thorough inspections, targeted treatments, and long-term protection, all backed by a year-round warranty. One program can help you take control and stop carpenter bees before they cause damage!
