You’re sitting outside with coffee.
Then you spot it.
A clean, round hole in your deck railing.
Not a crack. Not a nail mark.
A carpenter bee doorway.
Tiny entrance. Big headache.
Why Carpenter Bee Holes Are a Warning Sign
Carpenter bees don’t eat wood.
They excavate it.
They drill tunnels into exposed wood to lay eggs and build nesting galleries. Over time, those tunnels can weaken decks, trim, fascia boards, railings, and siding.
Where Carpenter Bees Commonly Nest
In New Jersey homes, carpenter bees often target:
- Deck railings
- Pergolas
- Wooden fences
- Porch ceilings
- Fascia boards
- Window trim
- Bare or weathered wood
Older, unfinished, or softer wood is especially inviting.
Basically, if it looks like a cozy wooden condo, they may try to move in.
The Problem Gets Worse Over Time
One tunnel can become several.
Old tunnels may be reused.
New bees may return the next season.
And woodpeckers may peck at the wood to reach larvae inside.
So that small round hole?
It deserves attention.
What Not to Do:
Avoid these common mistakes:
- Don’t ignore the holes
- Don’t seal holes before treatment
- Don’t rely only on surface sprays
- Don’t assume they’re harmless because they look like bumble bees
DIY efforts can reduce activity briefly, but they often miss the developing bees inside the wood.
Bee-Gone’s Carpenter Bee Control Approach
Bee-Gone uses targeted carpenter bee treatments to address active nesting areas and help prevent future infestations. The team focuses on the source, not just the bees buzzing around your head.
Bee-Gone is a local, family-run pest control company with over 40 years of experience serving Central and Coastal NJ.
Ready to Stop the Buzzing?
Carpenter bees may look harmless, but the damage adds up.
Bee-Gone helps homeowners across Monmouth, Ocean, Middlesex, and Union Counties protect decks, trim, and outdoor spaces.
Call 908-468-2841 or request your free quote today.