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Spectracide 16 Oz. Aerosol Carpenter Bee And Ground-Nesting Yellow Jacket Killer Foam

$7.27
  • Kills carpenter bees and ground-nesting yellow jackets on contact
  • For outdoor use on carpenter bee and yellow jacket nests
  • Extension tube helps to spray foam in hard to reach areas
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About This Product

The power is in your hands to keep your landscape in line - unleash it with Spectracide lawn and garden products. Our easy-to-use, fast-acting insect, lawn disease and weed control solutions help you tame lawn and landscape invaders with incredible pest-punishing power. Take command with Spectracide brand. You hold the power. Spectracide Carpenter Bee and Ground-Nesting Yellowjacket Killer Foaming Aerosol expands to hard-to-reach areas where insects live. The extension tube helps to direct spray into target treatment areas. For carpenter bees, treat active tunnels where activity has been observed. Leave the entrance hole open for 48 hours after application to allow the bees to contact and distribute the insecticide throughout the nest galleries. Then plug the entrance hole to prevent reinfestation of old nesting tunnels and reduce the chances of wood decay. For ground-nesting yellowjackets, use the extension tube to spray Spectracide Carpenter Bee and Ground-Nesting Yellowjacket Killer Foaming Aerosol directly into holes in the ground where yellowjacket activity has been observed. After 24 hours, cover the hole with soil. For best results, spray early in the morning or late in the evening when yellowjacket activity is low and most yellowjackets are in the nest. Read the entire label before use.

Highlights

  • Foaming aerosol: foam expands to where insects live - extension tube lets you spray into hard-to-reach areas
  • KILLS CARPENTER BEES: Treats active carpenter bee tunnels - bees distribute the insecticide throughout the nest.
  • CONTROLS GROUND-NESTING YELLOWJACKETS: Spray foam aerosol directly into holes where yellowjacket activity has been observed.
  • KILLS ON CONTACT: For best results, spray yellowjackets early in the morning or late in the evening when yellowjacket activity is low.
  • MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE: Guaranteed results or your money back - see product label for details.
  • This product is applicable for the following pest types: Carpenter Bees, Yellow Jackets
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Product Information

Internet # 203012118

Model # HG-53371

Store SKU # 247691

Store SO SKU #1000585453

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Specifications

Product Width (in.): 2.78 in

Dimensions

Product Width (in.)

2.78 in

Details

Concentrated or Ready to Use

Ready to use

Garden Pest Location

Not for Garden Use

Indoor/Outdoor

Outdoor

Location

Lawn, Perimeter

Organic

Non-Organic

Pack Size

1

Pest Common Name

Ant, Beetle, Carpenter Bee, Cricket, Earwig, Flea, Roach, Spider, Tick

Product Weight (oz.)

16 oz

Returnable

90-Day

Safe For

Not Safe for Kids and Pets

Safe for Edibles

No

Spray Application Type

Aerosol

Questions & Answers

Does this product have an expiration date?
ByNov 5, 2025
1 Answer | 
Answer This Question

Hi Diane, thank you for the inquiry regarding our 16 oz. Aerosol Carpenter Bee and Ground-Nesting Yellow Jacket Killer Foam. This product does not expire unless the can is rusted or dented or leaking. If it is undamaged, you may continue to use the product. However, depending on the age and storage conditions it may take slightly longer to see results.​ The satisfaction of our consumers is very important to us. For further assistance or questions or comments you can please contact us at 1-800-332-5553 M-F 9am-7pm EST or email us at youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com so that we may better assist you. When contacting us back please refer to case number 2101259.

By|Nov 5, 2025


    Is this good for killing underground bees
    ByMay 19, 2025
    2 Answers | 
    Answer This Question

    Yes,will take a few times and do at dusk or early morning

    By|Sep 5, 2025

      Hi Louise, thank you for the inquiry regarding our 16 oz. Aerosol Carpenter Bee and Ground-Nesting Yellow Jacket Killer Foam. This product will be effective for the ground nesting yellow jackets. Using attached extension tube, spray product directly into holes in ground where yellowjacket activity has been observed. After 24 hours, cover the hole with soil. For best results, spray early in the morning or late in the evening when yellowjacket activity is low and most yellowjackets are in the nest. For further assistance or  questions or comments you can please contact us at 1-800-332-5553 M-F 9am-7pm EST or email us at youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com so that we may better assist you. When contacting us back please refer to case number 2065042.

      By|May 21, 2025


        Will this kill bumblebees
        BySep 7, 2024
        1 Answer | 
        Answer This Question

        Hi Russ, thank you for providing your feedback regarding our 16 oz. Aerosol Carpenter Bee and Ground-Nesting Yellow jacket Killer Foam. This product is not geared for killing bumble bees but may be harmful. We do advise to apply when the bees are less active, early morning, later in the evening. We're sorry to hear that the product didn't provide the expected results. The satisfaction of our consumers is very important to us. Please contact us at 1-800-917-5438 or email us at youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com so that we may better assist you. When contacting us back please refer to case number 2030189.

        By|Sep 9, 2024


          is this safe around plants and shrubs
          ByMay 26, 2024
          1 Answer | 
          Answer This Question

          Thank you for your question. Yes, our product is safe as long as it is not directly applied to any plants and/or shrubs.

          By|May 28, 2024


            Is there anything I can spray to deter carpenter bees from nesting
            ByApr 30, 2024
            1 Answer | 
            Answer This Question

            Hi Tommy,thank you for the inquiry regarding our 16 oz. Aerosol Carpenter Bee and Ground-Nesting Yellow jacket Killer Foam.We do not have a product that repels the Carpenter Bees only the products that kill the insects.The satisfaction of our consumers is very important to us. Please contact us at 1-800-917-5438 or email us at youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com so that we may better assist you. When contacting us back please refer to case number 1988074.

            By|Jun 4, 2025

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              Is my vegetable garden safe if this product is used in-ground within 10 feet?
              ByApr 23, 2024
              2 Answers | 
              Answer This Question

              Hi Richard,thank you for the inquiry regarding our 16 oz. Aerosol Carpenter Bee and Ground-Nesting Yellow jacket Killer Foam. You can not use this product in a vegetable garden or near the garden as you do not any of the over spray to get onto the vegetables.The satisfaction of our consumers is very important to us. Please contact us at 1-800-917-5438 or email us at youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com so that we may better assist you. When contacting us back please refer to case number 1986173.

              By|Apr 25, 2024

                Hi Richard,thank you for the inquiry regarding our 16 oz. Aerosol Carpenter Bee and Ground-Nesting Yellow jacket Killer Foam. This product should not be used in a vegetable garden at all. You will want to make sure not of the overspray touches the garden staying at least 5-10 feet away. Do not spray on a windy day. The satisfaction of our consumers is very important to us. Please contact us at 1-800-917-5438 or email us at youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com so that we may better assist you. When contacting us back please refer to case number 1986443.

                By|Apr 25, 2024


                  Is this pet safe?
                  ByApr 15, 2024
                  1 Answer | 
                  Answer This Question

                  Hi DJCL,thank you for the inquiry regarding our 16 oz. Aerosol Carpenter Bee and Ground-Nesting Yellow jacket Killer Foam. Keep pets out of the area when applying. Once the area has completely dried it will be safe for return. The satisfaction of our consumers is very important to us. Please contact us at 1-800-917-5438 or email us at youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com so that we may better assist you. When contacting us back please refer to case number 1984222.

                  By|Apr 17, 2024


                    Why isn't carpenter bees in pest common name. Bees came in contact and had no effect
                    ByApr 8, 2024
                    1 Answer | 
                    Answer This Question

                    Hi Robert,thank you for the inquiry regarding our 16 oz. Aerosol Carpenter Bee and Ground-Nesting Yellow jacket Killer Foam. We're sorry to hear that the product didn't provide the expected results. The satisfaction of our consumers is very important to us. Please contact us at 1-800-917-5438 or email us at youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com so that we may better assist you. When contacting us back please refer to case number 1981693.

                    By|Apr 8, 2024


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                      Customer Reviews

                      3.7 out of 5

                      • 3.7 out of 1,673 reviews
                      • 65% recommend this product
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                      All most out i will be ordering more soon I had a swap in my room and the carpenter bee killed it on the spot I also spray it around my windows and in my vents..
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                      Don't buy
                      The straw is too big for the hole. Tried 2 cans. Will be returning them both.
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                      Response from KristoffApr 28, 2026
                      Hello, Thank you for contacting Spectrum Brands Home & Garden Division. We are sorry to hear of your experience with our product and apologize for any trouble it may have caused. Your feedback has been shared with our team for review. For further assistance, please contact us at 1-800-332-5553 or email youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com and reference case# 2113273.
                        After a massive nest and hundreds of hornets were found on our porch the Spectricide Yellow jacket spray did kill many of them. Unfortunately I had to have my pest control people come out with a stronger product. I do however, have some of this and Spectricide wasp spray handy! I highly recommend it!
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                        This spray worked perfectly. Carpenter bees nested in a whole they made in the side of my house. Regular spray wasn't working. The foam expands and gets into all of the nooks and crannies.
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                        This product worked great. I had yellow jackets starting to build a nest in a hole between my garage and floor. Sprayed this in there and within 24 hours there were no more yellow jackets
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                        Waste of money doesn’t work on carpenter bees
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                        Response from SpectracideExpertMay 9, 2025
                        Hi JR, thank you for providing your feedback regarding our 16 oz. Aerosol Carpenter Bee and Ground-Nesting Yellow jacket Killer Foam .We're sorry to hear that the product didn't provide the expected results. Using attached extension tube, spray product directly into holes in ground where yellowjacket activity has been observed. After 24 hours, cover the hole with soil. For best results, spray early in the morning or late in the evening when yellowjacket activity is low and most yellowjackets are in the nest. The satisfaction of our consumers is very important to us. Please contact us at 1-800-917-5438 or email us at youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com so that we may better assist you. When contacting us back please refer to case number 2061822.
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                        Good distance. Used tube to spray into carpenter bee holes. Did the job. Found over 20 holes in the deck. Time to fill n fix. I would like the ability to mist spray as well. Otherwise good luck spraying a bee mid air.
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                        1 found this review helpful
                        Used this in my walkway where bees were digging holes under slate needed two cans, took 2 -3 days but they are gone!
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                        Effective
                        [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Wasp and Hornet spray from Spectracide is really effective killing wasps. It is easy to use and acts fast. The potency of the spray is amazing, you can reach wasp flying up to 27 feet away. This is really an insect spray to keep in handy for spring and summer time where there’s so many wasps and hornets around.
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                          Spectracide wasp & hornet
                          [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am so glad I got Spectracide 18.5 oz wasp and hornet spray. It is definitely something I need around outside of my home. The wasp and hornets seem to always be flying around when I am doing things around the outside of my home.
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                            Product Snapshot

                            Ideal for homeowners looking for fast-acting pest control, making eliminating carpenter bees and ground-nesting yellow jackets easier and more efficient.
                            Ideal for homeowners looking for fast-acting wasp and hornet control, ensuring elimination of nests and up to 4 weeks of residual protection.
                            Great for homeowners looking for a powerful insect killer, making lawn care easier and more efficient.
                            Great for homeowners looking for a fast-acting termite and carpenter bee control solution, making pest control easier and more efficient.

                            Effectiveness Duration

                            Up to 4 weeks

                            Coverage Area

                            20 ft.
                            6, 400 sq ft

                            Fast-acting Formula

                            Fast-acting
                            Fast knockdown
                            Fast-acting
                            Kills on contact

                            Indoor/Outdoor Use

                            Pet Safe