Should I try to remove a bee's nest myself?

• <div><p>You should never try to remove a bee's nest yourself because it can be extremely dangerous. The amount of bees that can live in a hive depends on the type of bee, but <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-get-rid-honey-bees.htm">honey bees</a> can have up to 80,000 bees living in a hive. People who are allergic to bees can have life-threatening reactions from a single sting. So, it's best to leave bee nest removal to the professionals who have the knowledge and equipment to do so safely.</p></div>

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Q: Are there certain times of the year when bee removal is more effective?

• <div><p>Early spring or late fall removals are ideal when bees are less active, and hive removal is safer.</p></div>

Q: Will bees leave on their own?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re dealing with a bee colony on your property, you might wonder if they&rsquo;ll leave naturally over time. The answer depends on their circumstances. Bees often relocate if the hive becomes overcrowded, food is scarce, or they face a threat. With that said, if a hive&rsquo;s location is safe, warm, and with plentiful food sources, they are unlikely to relocate on their own, and the hive may persist for many generations.</p></div>

Q: What time of year are bees most likely to swarm?

• <div><p>Honey bees are most likely to swarm during spring and early summer, typically from April through June, as colonies expand and prepare for new growth. Swarming occurs when a hive becomes overcrowded, prompting the queen and a group of worker bees to leave in search of a new nesting site. During this time, you may notice a temporary increase in bee activity around your property.</p></div>

Q: Why shouldn't I try to remove a bee hive on my own?

• <div><p>DIY removal risks harming bees and you. Professionals offer safe and effective solutions protecting both parties.</p></div>

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Reviewed in April 2017
What's nice about her is if you have 10 animals she charges you the same price to look at all 10 animals when she comes in the house. I'm really protective of my animals.
Happy At Home Mobile Veterinary Care
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Reviewed in February 2016
Technician arrived the same day and spoke with me about the job needing done. Explain to him I had a leaking faucet in the shower and the value cartridge needed replacement. Replacing the valve cartridge is not a difficult task but it was difficult for me to remove due to the sediment build up...
Always On Call Mountain Mechanical Corp
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Reviewed in September 2014
prompt and efficient we were satisfied with work removed stain in dining room
ULTIMATE CARPET CLEANING
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Reviewed in May 2013
I've been using them steady for the last 30 years. I generally use one of two vets. The whole clinic is good. They get to know the animals well. They are responsive. They are able to treat specific unusual things like turtles. They have specific skills with different animals. They are good.
COLLEGE VILLAGE ANIMAL CLINIC
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Reviewed in May 2013
As I mentioned above, the cats died in an arson fire in an apartment building. The fire fighters were so good about taking the remains to Animal Control, with each animal in a bag and a note of where it was found. The woman at Animal Control was so compassionate when dealing with the people who...
Passages Pet Cremation & Grief Center Inc
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Reviewed in May 2013
They are excellent. It is a wonderful place for animals and our animals love them.
Cornerstone Animal Hospital
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Reviewed in November 2012
I go 1-3 times a week. The animals mostly come from Alaska. They are usually orphaned. It is a great source for other zoos to acquire from. They get a lot of new bears, and most of them are cubs. Once they got triplets. Two years ago they got a polar bear baby that was abandoned at an oil leak....
Alaska Zoo
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Reviewed in July 2012
I have been seeing him for 18 years. He has a very special way with animals. He is able to open my cat's mouth and take out tartar from it.
Gerald R Wooldridge
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Reviewed in July 2012
Their price is competitive. Dr. Colin Averill is the veterianrian that we use, and she is really good, knowledgeable, kind both to the parents and the animals.
VCA Alpine Animal Hospital
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Reviewed in June 2012
Removed an electrical code violation, replaced wall switches, installed new 4' fluorescent fixtues
DENALI ELECTRIC
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Animal Removal questions, answered by experts

Early spring or late fall removals are ideal when bees are less active, and hive removal is safer.

If you’re dealing with a bee colony on your property, you might wonder if they’ll leave naturally over time. The answer depends on their circumstances. Bees often relocate if the hive becomes overcrowded, food is scarce, or they face a threat. With that said, if a hive’s location is safe, warm, and with plentiful food sources, they are unlikely to relocate on their own, and the hive may persist for many generations.

Honey bees are most likely to swarm during spring and early summer, typically from April through June, as colonies expand and prepare for new growth. Swarming occurs when a hive becomes overcrowded, prompting the queen and a group of worker bees to leave in search of a new nesting site. During this time, you may notice a temporary increase in bee activity around your property.

DIY removal risks harming bees and you. Professionals offer safe and effective solutions protecting both parties.

You should never try to remove a bee's nest yourself because it can be extremely dangerous. The amount of bees that can live in a hive depends on the type of bee, but honey bees can have up to 80,000 bees living in a hive. People who are allergic to bees can have life-threatening reactions from a single sting. So, it's best to leave bee nest removal to the professionals who have the knowledge and equipment to do so safely.

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