Do imitation nests work to prevent yellow jackets?

• <div><p>Probably not. Many imitation nests are meant to be hung from trees or other tall places, but not all yellow jackets nest up high—most species, such as the common yellow jacket and the southern yellow jacket, build nests in the ground. </p></div>

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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: 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>

Q: Do bees come back after removal?

• <div><p>Some bees may return after the nest is removed. These are called &quot;straggler&quot; bees, and it may take them a couple of weeks before they leave. The reason is the nest may have been removed while the bees were away. These bees don't typically survive long once the nest is gone, so you may want to contact a beekeeper to help relocate them elsewhere.</p></div>

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Last update on December 15, 2025

Reviewed in September 2025
Hired to mow mac not orchard, remove 3 dying trees, and trim dead branches on everything visible. Most of the slash was power mulched and spread out, simply disappeared. Larger stuff removed. On time, efficient, and all within estimated cost, no surprises. Highly recommended.
Big Island Yard Works
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Reviewed in April 2025
Jen and her teamed removed all the dirt and mold from the tile in my home. It sparkles and shines like it is new. I highly recommend Jen’s Carpet Cleaning for all your needs.
Jens Carpet Cleaning, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2019
I hired Davis Home Repair to some damaged drywall, the repairs included removing the bad areas, install new, texture and paint. The work was done high quality, in a timely fashion, and at a fair price.
Davis Home Repair and Remodeling
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Reviewed in March 2018
On my first visit to the company office, the staff discouraged me from even applying for their services. As they listed Trex fencing on their Website, I persisted and eventually got in touch by telephone with the owner who is also the estimator. He eventually gave me a rather outlandish...
Islandwide Fencing, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2017
This job turned ugly right at the beginning when we found that the floor under the carpet was not feasible for installing tile. Dave and his son Luke (who did most of the actual work) persevered, expanded the job to include removing the old flooring, and did an excellent job. I love my new tile...
Dave Toland
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Reviewed in June 2014
Twin Cities furnace cleaning contacted me within an hour of purchasing the cleaning special to schedule the cleaning. We had just replaced our furnace and a/c and wanted to start off clean. We were able to schedule the cleaning within a week. The service guy showed up pretty much right on time...
Twin Cities Furnace Cleaning Inc
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Reviewed in November 2013
He quoted $450 for work that took only 6 - 7 hours to complete between two workers. He arrived late and was in such a rush to do the job that he didn't check to see that everything was done well. He tried to get out of certain work saying that he wasn't going to haul everything we agreed to...
Hi Landscaping LLC.
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Reviewed in October 2013
Needed a new roof upon inspection. Initial roof inspection was thorough and explained to me so I could understand. Complete removal and replacement of roof took one day. They cleaned during and after; my driveway was cleaner than it was to start. I would use them again if needed. Roof looks...
United Roofing Corporation
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Reviewed in September 2013
I had used MEFT before and they did an excellent job. This time I was not disappointed. The showed up on time, did the work to my satisfaction and cleaned up after themselves. It was a big job. It took 4 guys all day to remove and haul the trees away and provide stump grinding.
Mother Earth Father Time Tree Service
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Reviewed in July 2013
Team was on time and carpets were done in less than 90 minutes. Candy stains that were found when furniture was moved was successfully removed and carpets were new looking. Their 'quick drying process' allowed for the movement of furniture back before they left...they help me move it all back....
Whirlaway Systems of Hawaii
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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.

Probably not. Many imitation nests are meant to be hung from trees or other tall places, but not all yellow jackets nest up high—most species, such as the common yellow jacket and the southern yellow jacket, build nests in the ground.

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.

Some bees may return after the nest is removed. These are called "straggler" bees, and it may take them a couple of weeks before they leave. The reason is the nest may have been removed while the bees were away. These bees don't typically survive long once the nest is gone, so you may want to contact a beekeeper to help relocate them elsewhere.

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