Carpenter Bees - Ask Extension
For several weeks we have had swarming small bees in 2 areas around our home: deck and gutters in the front of our home. What do we do to get rid of...
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Carpenter Bees #865735
Asked April 24, 2024, 1:15 PM EDT
For several weeks we have had swarming small bees in 2 areas around our home: deck and gutters in the front of our home. What do we do to get rid of them and determine if they have caused damage? I am attaching a couple of photos of holes that I saw a couple of bees hanging around.
Polk County Iowa
Expert Response
Good afternoon Jennifer,
This article from Penn State Extension provides information on carpenter bees, including management: https://extension.psu.edu/carpenter-bees
For additional guidance, I would recommend contacting the Iowa Honey Producers Association: https://www.iowahoneyproducers.org/copy-of-contact-us
This article from Penn State Extension provides information on carpenter bees, including management: https://extension.psu.edu/carpenter-bees
For additional guidance, I would recommend contacting the Iowa Honey Producers Association: https://www.iowahoneyproducers.org/copy-of-contact-us
