One spray,
fewer holes in your deck.
Donaldson Farms is a small family business that has been making plant-based pest solutions since 2016. Carpenter Bee Repellent is the first line of defense against new holes in your outdoor wood.
Carpenter Bee Repellent, 8oz
A citrus, peppermint and imitation-almond-oil spray that wards off carpenter bees from wood structures.
Carpenter Bee Corks, 100 pack
For the holes that are already there: sustainable cork plugs sized to fit snugly and stop bees from returning.
What is in it,
and what is not.
Citrus oils, peppermint and imitation almond oil. Zero artificial ingredients, nothing harsh on your wood or your family.
What the first
few days look like.
Carpenter bees are territorial and seasonal, so treat this as an ongoing spring habit, not a one-time spray.
You spray openings and wood surfaces
Aim at existing openings and any bare wood where bees have been active.
The scent wards them off
Citrus, peppermint and almond oil are unpleasant to carpenter bees without harsh chemicals.
You keep the barrier fresh
Reapply every few days, especially after rain, to keep new bees from starting new holes.
You cork existing holes
Carpenter Bee Corks fill old holes so bees cannot return to them once repelled.
Next to a typical
chemical treatment.
The difference is the approach: citrus and peppermint ward bees off instead of poisoning the wood.
Donaldson Carpenter Bee Repellent
Compared with chemical carpenter bee treatments commonly sold for outdoor wood. Combine with corks for existing holes.
The people who
reach for this.
Four situations show up again and again with carpenter bees on a deck or porch.
New holes every spring
You see fresh drill holes appear every spring and want to get ahead of it this year.
Deck or porch owner
You have a wooden deck or porch and want to protect the investment before damage starts.
Wants it natural
You want something citrus-and-peppermint based instead of a harsh chemical treatment.
Already has some holes
You have existing holes and need repellent plus corks to finish the job.
Questions people actually ask
Why are carpenter bees so bad?
Carpenter bees are bad because of the damage they do to wooden structures. Each spring they burrow into wooden porches and decks, weakening the structural integrity.
How do I get rid of carpenter bees?
A combination works best: Carpenter Bee Repellent Spray on your porch or deck to decrease new holes, and Carpenter Bee Corks to plug up existing holes so bees cannot return to them.
Do I need to fill in existing holes?
Yes. Carpenter bees are very territorial, so they are much less likely to leave if their existing holes are still open. Plugging holes with cork is recommended alongside repellent.
Do carpenter bees sting?
They can, but they are very unlikely to do so compared to other types of bees.
What is the difference between carpenter bees and bumblebees?
Carpenter bees typically have a smooth, shiny abdomen and nest by tunneling into wood. Bumblebees have fuzzy abdomens and live in social colonies, usually underground or in sheltered cavities.
What if it does not work for me?
Return it within 30 days of purchase for a full refund. Return shipping is paid by the buyer.
Protect the wood
before spring hits.
One 8 oz bottle, free US shipping, and 30 days to change your mind.
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