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Originally Posted by john70t

Carpenter bees look like very large bumbles bees, but their abdomens are shiny (instead of furry). They hover and buzz loud but don't sting usually.
Looks like vinegar and almond oil makes them stay away. Also Ozzy. https://www.rapidhomeremedies.com/get-rid-of-carpenter-bees.html

I've used lemon oil with complete success as well.