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  • Not To “Bee a Bore”, But Carpenter Bees Present A Huge Challenge To Homeowners

    As the weather gets warmer, you can expect to see more bugs around. This might include carpenter bees, which can put your home at risk of damage. Find out more about carpenter bees in Monmouth County and why pest control for them is important. Carpenter Bee Behavior Carpenter bees don’t spend their time making honey in honeycomb…

  • What Do I Need to Know About Wood Destroying Insects Before I Buy a Home?

    Termites, carpenter ants, and other bugs that destroy wood can cause major damage to homes. In the worst cases, these bugs can make homes unsafe to live in due to structural damage. If you’re in the market for a new home, it’s important to learn more about these pests and the trouble they can cause.…

  • How to Identify a Carpenter Bee Nest

    Wood-boring or carpenter bees are one of the greatest insect threats to outdoor wooden structures. Their tunnels are not tiny and run deep into the wood. Additionally, they extend old tunnels every year and make new ones. At Allison Pest Control, we care about protecting the environment. Carpenter bees harm properties, but they are also pollinators. Yet, the best way to…

  • Three Factoids You May Not Know About Carpenter Bees

    Carpenter bees look similar to bumblebees, but they are very different. They Are Beneficial Carpenter bees are very avid pollinators, and as such, should only be eliminated when absolutely necessary. Although unfortunately carpenter bees do not nest in hives, the best solution is to block their nesting holes and then if need be perform an extermination.…

  • Do Carpenter Bees Damage Your House?

    Carpenter bees are often confused with the other large species – the bumblebee. While similar in appearance, they are two different types of bees. Carpenter bees are formidable aerialists and not the most social. They are known to hover around people and dive bomb them when agitated. The male carpenter bee does not sting. His…

  • Carpenter Bees Start Buzzing in April in New Jersey

    Spring’s warm weather and blooming flowers bring all kinds of insects out of the woodwork. When it comes to carpenter bees, this isn’t just a figure of speech. These bees make their nests in trees and the wooden frames of houses. Signs of Carpenter Bee Infestations The easiest way to tell if you might have…