Plant Medic columnist Ricky Kemery says painted or pressure-treated wood is less susceptible to attack by carpenter bees.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." What looks like a bumblebee but bores through wood like a drill? The carpenter bee. And if you’ve ever ...

The bees are important pollinators, but they can be a headache for homeowners.

If you've noticed some large bees hovering around your backyard wooden deck or window frames, they may be carpenter bees. While we appreciate bees that act as pollinators in our gardens, these bees ...

The native dogwood trees have been beautiful this spring. One of the major pests that affects the tree is the dogwood borer.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. AwakenedEye / iStock / Getty Images Plus Carpenter bees sound like industrious creatures, but trust us—you don’t want these ...

UPSTATE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - We have been seeing posts on social media about carpenter bee problems all over The Upstate. Clemson University Apiculture and Pollinator Program Coordinator Ben Powell ...

Q: How do I deal with carpenter bees? A: If you’re like many homeowners with a carpenter bee question, you’ve probably noticed round holes about ½ inch in diameter in siding, eaves, deck railings or ...

Q. We have seen more carpenter bees this spring than ever before. My barn and all my animal sheds are built with pressure treated wood, but these sky beavers are eating up the rafters. Do you know any ...

Carpenter bees have emerged in Alabama, sending property owners into defense mode. These extra-large pollinators may seem intimidating. Unfortunately, they are intimidating because their primary ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Wirestock / Getty Images Carpenter bees cause damage to untreated wood by making holes where they live and nest. Use insecticides, ...