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: How long does removal take?

• <div><p>Removal typically takes 30 minutes to 1 hour per item, depending on accessibility and size.</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: Are there scheduling flexibility options for removal services?

• <div><p>Yes, many companies offer convenient options to accommodate service timing needs.</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 November 23, 2025

Reviewed in March 2017
She was good, but I haven't used her on a regular basis. Everything was great with her and the prices were fabulous. I just started using her, so I will likely continue. Thus far, I was pleased with the service. I don't remember the prices but they were quite reasonable. I was really happy...
SHARI'S PAMPERED PETS
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Reviewed in December 2016
They did not have a tall enough ladder. Left paper towels in yard - and I was unaware that I had to remove screens.
H & M Cleaning Solutions
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Reviewed in July 2015
I have dealt with this Animal hospital for several years with limited satisfaction. Each time the end result was euthanasia to my horses and astronomical prices to boot. Unfortunately for Valencia county, there are not many Equine veterinarians who are any better or more reasonably priced....
Arrow Animal Hospital
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Reviewed in September 2014
I bought the tub- they removed old tub and replaced it. They were ontime- professional and charged a fair price.
Phc - plumbing and heating
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Reviewed in June 2014
The staff was friendly and efficient. We waited about 10 minutes, not bad at all. The doctor and staff were kind and understanding that my dogs were anxious. I was impressed with the cleanliness of the office and exam room, they see a lot of animals and it was obvious that they care about the...
Parker Animal & Bird Clinic
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Reviewed in March 2014
They used a special device and removed almost all of the stain. Their work is well worth the price.
Chem-Dry of Albuquerque and New Mexico
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Reviewed in March 2014
Ron Frosch is the Technician who came to my house in the backwoods to bait and set traps. Then for next 4 days he returned to check traps and re-bait. Ron is a great guy who is fun to speak with because he knows everything about animals and their habits and has great love and respect for...
Critter Control of Santa Fe
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Reviewed in July 2011
It was just one person, and she was fine. She did what she said she was going to do and took care of the animal. She did everything I asked her to do including bringing in the paper and the mail. I had no complications. I would rate her highly and would use her again in the future if necessary.
Delicate Paws & Whiskers Inc
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Reviewed in December 2010
Suzie Whiting did a great job for the two weeks that we were out of the country; she asked lots of questions, made more than one visit before we left, met all the animals and was very concerned about their welfare, she communicated by e-mail on a daily basis. I could not have asked for a better...
Peace Of Mind Pet Sitting
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Animal Removal questions, answered by experts

Removal typically takes 30 minutes to 1 hour per item, depending on accessibility and size.

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.

Yes, many companies offer convenient options to accommodate service timing needs.

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.

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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