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>

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: How do I know if I have a bee infestation?

• <div><p>Look for consistent buzzing sounds, visible hives, or increased bee activity around your property.</p></div>

Q: What happens to the bees after professional removal?

• <div><p>Bees are relocated to safe habitats, ensuring their continued role in pollination without risk to your home.</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>

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Last update on January 17, 2026

Reviewed in January 2025
I was quoted $100.00 for a basic cleaning of my mother?s empty house by Erica Duran. After a date and time had been arranged, the price changed to $250 as the original quote had not including milage and Angies fees. Then after speaking with Jesse once the cleaning team was in the house, the...
Spotless Solutions Squad
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Reviewed in February 2024
Jose and his team arrived on time and immediately went to work. They removed the old system and installed the complete new Heating and Air Conditioning with any issues. They were very professional and kept me informed throughout the entire process. They cleaned up the area when they completed...
Longhorn Heating & Air Conditioning LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
Alex was prompt, courteous, fair and did a great job. I hired him to remove two tree stumps and he did the job and cleaned the area as promised. I would not hesitate to call him again.
Alexis Tree Care & Remodel
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Reviewed in August 2017
Set a date for work then called 2 days early to see if they could come do the roof then. Everything was done timely and when they removed the shingles every thing was cleaned up and yard was neat and tidy when they left. Workers were very nice and young man in charge was very nice to deal with.
Roswell Roofing & Peacemakers Construction
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Reviewed in June 2014
Let me begin by saying that this company is always the most professional and reliable in Roswell. No matter what, if I call Fulkerson I know that they will get the job done. The water heater was easily changed out which is something we have to do every 8 years or so in this town because of the...
Fulkerson Services Inc
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Reviewed in April 2013
David removed my old tub and stripped everything in the area down to the studs. Once the demolition was completed he installed a new shower and tiled the walls from floor to ceiling. My shower is gorgeous! I'm having him come back next week to replace my old tub and plastic surround with a new...
David Does Things For Your Home
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Reviewed in December 2012
I've had an odor in my house for about a week. There is odor only when the heater is on. I've checked all of the air vents with a fiber optic camera and didn't find anything. I assumed that it might be an animal under my house that died. Found Bob reed pest control on Google. After looking at...
BOB REED PEST CONTROL INC
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Reviewed in July 2012
Tucker Renovations, Inc. (lic# 9144000878), P.O. Box 1267, Portales, NM 88130 built our house in Roswell. Our complaints are with the compliance with our specifications and desires, the quality of the workmanship, and the unsatisfactory completion of punch list items. A few examples are as...
TUCKER RENOVATIONS INC
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Reviewed in April 2012
Do take your animals to Dr Young
ARTESIA ANIMAL CLINIC
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Reviewed in March 2012
We purchased this home so I would not have as much to take care of since it was a new home. We knew at that time that my husband was in very poor health and might not have long to live. He passed away on March 28, 2011. Under warranty and fixed by someone else: Fiberglass shower...
SHACKELFORD PAINT & DRYWALL
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Control and removal of nuisance wildlife including gophers, skunks, racoons, squirrels, birds, predators, snakes and other nuisance wildlife. All work is guranteed. No poisons are used. Permited through the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish.

Animal Removal questions, answered by experts

Look for consistent buzzing sounds, visible hives, or increased bee activity around your property.

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.

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.

Bees are relocated to safe habitats, ensuring their continued role in pollination without risk to your home.

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.

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