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: Can hiring a pro ensure safe bee removal practices?

• <div><p>Yes, they apply humane techniques, prioritizing environmental balance while addressing bee concerns.</p></div>

Q: Why trust a professional with bee removal?

• <div><p>Professional removal preserves bee populations and ensures safe, effective hive relocation, protecting you from stings.</p></div>

Q: Can I remove animals myself?

• <div><p>DIY animal removal is rarely a good idea and is not advised for many reasons. First, these types of animals can carry diseases and, therefore, pose a health risk to you, your family, and your pets if mishandled. Second, depending on your city or municipality, it may be illegal to remove or handle wildlife yourself. </p><p>Sealing your home against these animals yourself is also a bad idea. Trapping an animal under your house will cause odor and insect problems when it passes away. </p></div>

Q: How can I distinguish between bees and wasps?

• <div><p>Bees usually have thicker, fuzzy bodies, while wasps have slender, smooth bodies. Behavior and nesting also differ.</p></div>

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Last update on November 25, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
They arrived on time with all equipment needed to do the job to remove large branches rubbing on my roof. Additionaly they had a solution for saving a tree I did not want to lose. All debris was hauled away at the end of the job and everything was nice and clean.
Lake Area Tree Worx LLC
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Reviewed in May 2024
Patrick was the beat. Very compassionate, professinal I can not praise them enough . I had a huge tree that feel on my home and they removed and hauled it away.
ProAct Tree Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
Locally owned, efficient, and professional. The price for the job was very reasonable and he really paid attention to removing not only the stump to below grade, but he also followed the larger roots near the stump & ground them too.
STUMPROS
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Reviewed in November 2022
They did a great job removing the tree then cleaned up. They hauled off everything and did not leave a mess. Would recommend them.
Karam Tree Service, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2016
Excellent job!! Very professional and safety conscious!! When they left, there was barley any evidence that the tree ever existed. Yard was raked and all debris was removed!! Very satisfied! Highly recommend!!!
Family Land & Tree Services LLC
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Reviewed in May 2015
They removed a 1/2" natural gas line that ran up through my kitchen (exposed, not in a wall) and into the attic for the furnace. They capped the line under the house and left the furnace line ready to accept a new natural gas line that they had run up into the attic on a previous service call.
Dautriel's Plumbing, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2013
They had to special order the door opener. Once it arrived the service techs provided Excellent service. Removed all old parts and spent the time to insure I new how to operate the new mounted control boxes. I highly recommend these guys.
A DOOR-WORKS INC
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Reviewed in February 2013
I've been using my veterinarian, Southside Hospital for Animals, for the last 30 years. They actually acknowledge the fact that your pet is part of the family. And they treat your pet very, very well. They also are very honest. All of them are there to help you when you have emergencies, during...
Southside Hospital for Animals
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Reviewed in August 2011
We discovered termites in an interior wall. He removed all the damaged wood (sprayed for termites), replaced the floor supports, rebuilt the floor and walls, and installed a new shower.
Jonathan Keith
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Reviewed in April 2011
He went beyond the usual duties that a vet would perform for an animal He is truly compassionate about what he does and will do everything in his power to find out the proper treatment for your animal.
LAKE AREA ANIMAL HOSPITAL
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Evans Pest Solutions, LLC

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I started worked for pest control corporation, before transitioning to own business. I have 15 years experience in pest control removal.

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Lee D on October 2023

I started worked for pest control corporation, before transitioning to own business. I have 15 years experience in pest control removal.

"Good job."

Lee D on October 2023

Animal Removal questions, answered by experts

Yes, they apply humane techniques, prioritizing environmental balance while addressing bee concerns.

Professional removal preserves bee populations and ensures safe, effective hive relocation, protecting you from stings.

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.

DIY animal removal is rarely a good idea and is not advised for many reasons. First, these types of animals can carry diseases and, therefore, pose a health risk to you, your family, and your pets if mishandled. Second, depending on your city or municipality, it may be illegal to remove or handle wildlife yourself.

Sealing your home against these animals yourself is also a bad idea. Trapping an animal under your house will cause odor and insect problems when it passes away.

Bees usually have thicker, fuzzy bodies, while wasps have slender, smooth bodies. Behavior and nesting also differ.

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