Carpenter Bee Damage to Cedar Fascia: Cover, Don't Replace

A homeowner debated replacing bee-damaged fascia versus wrapping it in metal. The expert advised: covering is fine. Carpenter bees tunnel for nests, don't eat wood, and their mating pheromones dissipate quickly—no long-term attraction.

Bees prefer bare, unpainted wood. Metal or vinyl wrapping eliminates the substrate entirely. Insecticide treatment of existing holes before covering adds insurance. No structural replacement needed unless wood is severely compromised.