I have seen a lot of great DIY carpenter bee traps that fill up with bees. I have friends that say the traps keep them out of the house.
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I highly recommend getting the opinion of a local arborist. If you have trouble finding one check with your local tree nursery or Botanical Garden for a referral. We have used one before and it was ... read more