Bee Trap You can purchase a carpenter bee trap—a wooden box with 1/2-inch holes with a glass bottle attached to the bottom. The trap should be hung near a spot where you see activity.

Since most bee collector traps are made of wood, glass, or plastic, they are well suited to outdoor environments. They also often have sloped roofs that help prevent water from getting in.

Carpenter bees usually won’t sting, but they can damage wood near your home. Experts explain how to get rid of them, including carpenter bee sprays and traps.

Learn about California carpenter bees, pest insect damage to wood decks and prevention tips to protect your home without killing native plant pollinators.

In recent years, carpenter bee traps have become available and appear to be another viable method of control. Wooden boxes with half inch holes drilled in the box at an upward angle entices ...

Install carpenter bee traps near affected areas (The Georgia Gardener has a helpful tutorial to build your own) As a last resort, you can try chemical treatments Apply insecticidal dust directly ...