The need for Carpenter Bee Control is one of the most frantically requested services during the right time of the year. for North Georgia homes. These bees bore perfectly round holes into exposed wood surfaces such as decks, soffits, fascia boards, railings, and trim. While carpenter bees are often mistaken for bumblebees, their nesting behavior can lead to ongoing structural damage when activity repeats year after year.

Southern Pest Management provides professional carpenter bee control services for homes and businesses in Dawsonville, Cumming, Johns Creek, and Alpharetta. Our carpenter bee solution is a dedicated annual control program designed to stop active damage and prevent repeat nesting—not a routine spray service.

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Carpenter bees are highly territorial and tend to return to the same nesting areas each season if conditions remain favorable. Surface treatments and DIY sprays often fail to prevent recurring damage because they do not address nesting behavior or competition for nesting sites.

Our carpenter bee control program focuses on trapping, behavior disruption, and structural prevention. Each service includes:

• Installation of up to four custom-made carpenter bee traps
• Proper placement based on activity patterns and structural conditions
• Baiting traps to draw carpenter bees away from the structure
• Filling active and competing carpenter bee holes near trap locations
• Targeted deterrence to discourage future nesting

By creating competition between traps and the structure, we redirect carpenter bee activity away from your home and reduce repeated damage.

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Carpenter bee activity in North Georgia typically occurs from March through October, with peak damage happening in spring and early summer. While carpenter bees are minor pollinators, they are far less beneficial than honeybees and are known for the structural damage they cause to homes and buildings.

Carpenter bees do not consume wood. Instead, they excavate perfectly round tunnels into exposed wood to create nesting galleries for laying eggs. Although carpenter bees are considered solitary insects, some species reuse existing tunnels, with mothers and daughters occupying and expanding the same nest over time.

Beyond the visible holes and wood debris left behind, carpenter bee larvae attract woodpeckers. As woodpeckers attempt to reach the grubs, they often cause extensive secondary damage to trim, fascia boards, soffits, siding, and other wooden components of the structure.

Our carpenter bee service is offered as an ANNUAL PROGRAM, timed around seasonal carpenter bee activity. After initial installation and treatment, we return each year to remove, replace, and rebait traps, reassess activity, and address any new nesting attempts.

This proactive, once-per-year approach provides long-term protection without unnecessary repeat visits or chemical overuse.

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Carpenter bees excavate tunnels deep into wood to lay eggs, and repeated nesting can weaken structural components over time. Effective control requires more than killing visible bees—it requires interrupting nesting behavior and preventing re-use of damaged areas.

If you’re seeing carpenter bee holes or activity around your home, Southern Pest Management offers a proven, practical solution tailored to North Georgia properties.

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What are carpenter bees and why are they common in North Georgia?

Carpenter bees are large bees that bore into wood to create nesting tunnels. They are common in North Georgia due to the warm climate, long nesting season, and widespread use of exposed wood on homes, decks, and outdoor structures.

Are carpenter bees aggressive or dangerous?

Carpenter bees are generally not aggressive. Male carpenter bees may hover and act territorial but cannot sting. Female carpenter bees can sting if directly handled, though stings are uncommon.

Do carpenter bees cause damage to homes?

Yes. Carpenter bees drill perfectly round holes into wood and create long internal galleries. Over time, repeated nesting can lead to wood deterioration, fascia damage, soffit issues, and structural weakening if not addressed.

What type of wood do carpenter bees prefer?

Carpenter bees are most attracted to untreated, unpainted, or weathered wood such as pine, cedar, cypress, fascia boards, decks, railings, pergolas, and eaves. Painted or sealed wood is less attractive but not completely immune.

How can I tell if I have carpenter bees or woodpecker damage?

Carpenter bees leave clean, round entrance holes about the size of a dime. Woodpeckers create larger, irregular holes as they tear into wood to reach carpenter bee larvae.

Why do carpenter bees return to the same areas every year?

Carpenter bees are strongly attracted to existing tunnels. Old galleries provide ready-made nesting sites and release scents that draw new bees back to the same locations year after year.

When is carpenter bee season in North Georgia?

Carpenter bee activity typically begins in early spring and can last through late summer. Peak activity usually occurs between March and May, when mating and nesting are most active.

Do carpenter bees live in colonies?

Carpenter bees are solitary bees. Each female creates her own nest, although multiple bees may nest close together, which can make the activity appear colony-like.

Can carpenter bees damage decks and outdoor structures?

Yes. Decks, pergolas, fences, porch ceilings, and exposed beams are common targets. Repeated tunneling weakens wood and increases the risk of moisture intrusion and rot.

Why do carpenter bees hover near my house?

Hovering behavior is typically caused by male carpenter bees guarding nesting sites. While intimidating, this behavior is territorial rather than aggressive.

Do carpenter bee traps actually work?

Yes. When properly designed and correctly placed, carpenter bee traps are highly effective at reducing carpenter bee populations. Traps work by attracting bees into the nesting-style chamber, where they cannot escape, helping break the nesting cycle.

Will sealing carpenter bee holes stop the problem?

Sealing holes without addressing active bees can cause new holes to be drilled nearby. Proper carpenter bee control involves removing active bees, addressing existing tunnels, and sealing wood afterward to prevent reinfestation.

What attracts carpenter bees to a home in the first place?

Exposed wood, weathered surfaces, shaded eaves, and previously drilled holes are the primary attractants. Homes with decks, porches, and unsealed trim are especially vulnerable.

How are carpenter bees professionally controlled?

Professional carpenter bee control focuses on reducing active populations, targeting nesting areas, using proven trapping strategies, and recommending wood sealing or protective measures to prevent future activity.

How can I prevent carpenter bees from coming back long-term?

Long-term prevention includes sealing or painting exposed wood, addressing existing galleries, installing traps in high-activity areas, and maintaining a proactive carpenter bee management plan.