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Q: Are ground bees bad for my yard?

• <div><p>No, ground bees are not detrimental to the health of your lawn. In fact, the small holes created by ground bees can actually offer beneficial aeration which moisturizes and nourishes the ground. Additionally, ground bees are highly regarded as vital pollinators, meaning they help plants to reproduce. Unless you&rsquo;re battling a severe infestation, leaving ground bees undisturbed can boost the health of your yard and the environment.</p></div>

Q: How many times can a human be stung by a yellow jacket?

• <div><p>Whereas a honeybee can only sting you once, a yellow jacket can sting you multiple times because they don&rsquo;t leave stingers in the skin. In the unfortunate case that you get stung by a yellow jacket, it&rsquo;s important to react calmly and quickly. Immediately ice the affected area until the swelling subsides. You may also take an antihistamine if necessary. If you experience an allergic reaction to a yellow jacket sting or have been stung several times, seek medical care right away. </p></div>

Q: What happens if you seal bees in a wall?

• <div><p>If you seal bees in a wall and don&rsquo;t leave them any way to escape, they may make one of their own. Otherwise, they&rsquo;ll die inside the wall, and that creates many additional problems. It takes a long time, and the bees will start rotting, which can make your home smell miserable. All the dead bees and any honeycombs they may have created will also attract a number of bugs or other pests to your home. That&rsquo;s why we suggest removing the bees entirely, and not trying to seal them away.</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: Is it illegal to kill honey bees?

• <div><p>In many places, killing bees or destroying a hive is discouraged or regulated due to their crucial role as pollinators. Specific laws vary by region, and certain bee species are protected due to declining populations. Some states require permits or restrict who can remove or exterminate bee colonies. Always check local laws before attempting to manage or remove a beehive.</p></div>

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Last update on November 27, 2025

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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APEX provides Excellent Pest and Bed Bug services at affordable rates! We are Locally owned and operated. Certified and Insured. Quality Service at Competitive Rates. Guaranteed!

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APEX provides Excellent Pest and Bed Bug services at affordable rates! We are Locally owned and operated. Certified and Insured. Quality Service at Competitive Rates. Guaranteed!

"Always prompt, always courteous, ALWAYS customer-focused. Excellent communication skills by everyone on staff, and the fieldwork by Tim and Doug is always top notch."

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Animal Removal questions, answered by experts

No, ground bees are not detrimental to the health of your lawn. In fact, the small holes created by ground bees can actually offer beneficial aeration which moisturizes and nourishes the ground. Additionally, ground bees are highly regarded as vital pollinators, meaning they help plants to reproduce. Unless you’re battling a severe infestation, leaving ground bees undisturbed can boost the health of your yard and the environment.

Whereas a honeybee can only sting you once, a yellow jacket can sting you multiple times because they don’t leave stingers in the skin. In the unfortunate case that you get stung by a yellow jacket, it’s important to react calmly and quickly. Immediately ice the affected area until the swelling subsides. You may also take an antihistamine if necessary. If you experience an allergic reaction to a yellow jacket sting or have been stung several times, seek medical care right away.

If you seal bees in a wall and don’t leave them any way to escape, they may make one of their own. Otherwise, they’ll die inside the wall, and that creates many additional problems. It takes a long time, and the bees will start rotting, which can make your home smell miserable. All the dead bees and any honeycombs they may have created will also attract a number of bugs or other pests to your home. That’s why we suggest removing the bees entirely, and not trying to seal them away.

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.

In many places, killing bees or destroying a hive is discouraged or regulated due to their crucial role as pollinators. Specific laws vary by region, and certain bee species are protected due to declining populations. Some states require permits or restrict who can remove or exterminate bee colonies. Always check local laws before attempting to manage or remove a beehive.

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