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The Bee Hunter

Pest Control

About us

The Bee Hunter, Jim Abraham, is an experienced bee removal professional with over 25 years of experience. I am located in Pittsburgh, PA and specialize in the removal of stinging insects, such as wasps, hornets, yellow jackets, bumble bees, honey bees, carpenter bees, and ground bees. No subs. No travel charges. Costs determined by the job. Additional DBA - Bee Con Inc. Super Service Award winning. The best way to contact the Bee Hunter is always by phone (412)965-2448.

Business highlights

27 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Removal, Control & Prevention - Bees, Hornets, Wasps & Yellow Jackets.

Services we don't offer

General Pest Control- Termites, Carpenter Ants & Wildlife.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

5%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

5.0280 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
98%
4
2%
3
0%
2
0%
1
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Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.7
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 201-225 of 280 reviews

Heather W.
03/2018
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Seems to have worked.
Description of Work: Exterminate bees living in roof of porch.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Ilene I.
01/2018
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Perfect job
Description of Work: Yellow jacket nest in outside wall.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Stacie H.
04/2010
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I contacted Jim because of a problem with masonry bees that are boring holes and nesting in the mortar of my home. He indicated they are not aggressive and leave after creating the "nest". When I told him I was having the home repointed, he conveyed that the bees would be removed during this process and it wouldn't be necessary to have him eliminate them first. I appreciated his honesty which saved me the cost of bee removal.
Description of Work: Jim was able to resolve the situation via a phone call.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Thomas M.
04/2010
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
The Bee Hunter was very professional, prompt and effective. We had a problem with yellow jackets for a couple years but the problem finally got bad enough that we couldn't handle it anymore. Called Jim and left a message. He returned the call promptly, came over quickly and the yellow jackets are gone. His price is fair and he is extremely knowledgeable. I recommend the Bee Hunter without reservation.
Description of Work: Extermination of yellow jackets

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

MALAY K.
03/2010
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
He was very cordial. He was very kind to our 4 year old who had several questions connecting and not so connected to what he was doing. He knew that the best time to get rid of the bees was at night when they were sleepy and could not fight back..hurting him and our family since we would be indoors. He knew what he was doing nd that gave us confidence too.
Description of Work: We had a bee nest right outside our mail slot. We called the BEE HUNTER immediately since our mail carrier said she would have to suspend delivering mail due to the bee problem. He was very prompt and knew exactly how to attack the problem. He got rid of the bees and we have not had any problems after that.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$175

MARK H.
03/2010
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
It turned out well. I was satisfied and thought they did a good job.
Description of Work: They eliminated a bee’s nest in our backyard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$160

Janet B.
03/2010
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
It was excellent. He did a great job. He came the same day and took care of everything. I was out of town, and I did not have to worry about anything. I was very happy and would use them again.
Description of Work: They came out when I had an infestation of bees in the ground by my garage.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Mary H.
10/2009
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
We had been having issues with wasps since early summer and decided to contact someone who only dealt with "bees". Jim was very knowlegable and able to identify the type of wasp and what needed to be done. I was very pleased with his work and his professionalism and would definately hire him again.
Description of Work: Elimination of wasps from deck roof, mailbox, and by the sidewalk at the front door

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$240

MARY ANN C.
10/2009
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
The Bee Hunter could not do the work on the agreed upon day due to rain but appeared the next day as promised. As the house was vacant and I was not present I did not witness the work but the bees are gone. The Bee Hunter returned my calls promptly and was very professional.
Description of Work: The Bee Hunter went to my house to treat bees in a nest in the ground. He was successful in treating them in one visit. The bees were numerous and quite aggressive.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$165

JAKE S.
09/2009
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They came the day called to take care of a bee problem. They were very prompt, professional, courteous and quick. Their work also comes with a guarantee.
Description of Work: They came and removed/exterminated two yellow jacket nests (1 in the tree and one in the ground).

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

JACK P.
09/2009
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
On the day that I called him, Jim Abraham came to look at the problem, and concluded quickly that the damage was in fact not due to bees, but probably was caused by woodpeckers. He declined absolutely to be paid for his visit. He seemed very knowledgeable, as well as being pleasant and professional, and I would certainly recommend him highly to anyone.
Description of Work: We noted some wood damage on our house and were told that it was likely caused by carpenter bees.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Gregory C.
08/2009
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
We believe that the nests have been eradicated. He said to call him back if it was not successful and he would come back at no charge. He was on time and got right on to business. My husband felt that he was very knowledgeable and was very dedicated. He took his work very seriously. He seemed a little expensive to me. I would use him again.
Description of Work: We used The Bee Hunter for destroying some nests.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Nicole T.
08/2009
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
He was a really nice guy. He explained to us what he was doing every step of the way. He was very professional and I would highly recommend them.
Description of Work: We had four underground yellow jacket nests removed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Tina H.
08/2009
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I called Jim on a Wednesday afternoon to have him look at a yellow jacket nest under our porch. He came the following morning. This was after having a national pest control company look at our problem and not do anything because access was a problem under the front porch. The Bee Hunter took a look at the situation and with no hesitation said he could take care of it. The best part was that the entire cost was $60 cheaper than what the other company quoted us. Jim's work came with a 100% guarantee until the end of the year. If we see bees in that area again he will come back at no charge to us. He was here for about an hour and was very professional. We would definitely recommend him to anyone with a stinging insect problem.
Description of Work: Jim, The Bee Hunter, removed a yellow jacket nest that was in the ground under the front porch.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$192

Maral T.
08/2009
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
The Bee Hunter was very professional. He answered any and all questions I had and provided a warranty for 5 months.I would definitely use his service again. His price was reasonable and he cleaned up when he finished the extermination process.
Description of Work: He listened to the two problems I had when I made the appointment and when he came out explained exactly what he would do to address the problem I had - a large yellow jacket nest in my front yard. He also examined and treated a different kind of bee on my deck.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$160

John C O.
08/2009
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
The Bee Hunter was able to do the job a day earlier than previously arranged. Very neat and complete work. Courteous and very professional.
Description of Work: Removal of several wasp's nests.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$133

Catherine D.
08/2009
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
We saw yellow jackets coming & going from a hole in the trim of our house. We found The Bee Hunter on Angies List, and he came out the same day. He treated both nests and looked around the rest of the house to make sure there weren't any more. He explained how the process worked. It was fascinating to watch him draw the insects out. He gave us a guarantee that they would not return, and we haven't seen a single yellow jacket in that area since! We are quite satisfied and recommended him to our neighbors who also found success with his services. We will be bringing him out for preventative treatment next year. Spring of 2010 we had JIm perform the preventative treatment and spent a great summer on our deck with no stinging insects around. He will be coming again in the spring of 2011 for the same service.
Description of Work: He exterminated 2 nests of yellow jackets: one from under the siding of the house, one from the ground.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Terri S.
07/2009
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
We called him about 8:00 PM on Monday night and he was here by 1:00 PM on Tuesday. Mr. Abraham was very professional, did an excellent job, very quickly. After our initial contact he stayed in contact with us until the job was complete, he called in the morning with an approximate time he would be here and then called again when he was in route. During the removal process he told us to stay in doors, he would like us know when it was safe to come out. He removed and disposed of the nest, and treated the ground area to kill any bees that may return to the area. Once finished he instructed us on how and when to fill in the hole left by the removal. We would definitely call The Bee Hunter again if needed, and have already told many friends and neighbors if they have a problem to call Mr. Abraham.
Description of Work: Removed an underground bees nest from beside the foundation of our home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

BETH A.
06/2009
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Hired landscapers found the ground nest while removing a dead bush. They called me and asked for an exterminator to be hired so that they could complete the work at a later date. I called Jim based upon his ranking on Angie's list and he was able to get to the house within 1.5 hours and treat my problem. Since I normally work during the day, he was willing to make the trip out and then call with an estimate for the work. There was no obligation to hire him and no cost for the estimate. He said if I wanted the work done I could approve the estimate over the phone and then he would just leave an invoice in the door for me to mail him a payment. I made it home in time for him to walk with me around the house and point out two areas that there were additional problems with bees and wasps. He treated the areas complimentary, and even had the time to give my intrigued neighbor a quote for her house next door. Working with Jim was an easy, wonderful experience and I will definitely hire him again for my bee, wasp, yellow jacket, and hornet needs.
Description of Work: Jim came out and assessed a ground yellow jacket nest, treated the area, dug out the nest, and removed the queen. He also walked around the outside of the house and found two visible problem areas on the house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$187.25

Cynthia D.
06/2009
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I was pleased with the service I got.
Description of Work: Jim came and got rid of carpenter bees in the front of my house. He checked for holes, filled the ones he found and then sprayed. He warranted his work until December. I have seen no more bees so I am happy. He said if they came back so would he. Very professional

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Darrell D.
04/2009
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Jim arrived on time and we discussed if we could save the bees by removing the nest or not. Sadly, we had to go with option 2. He worked quickly to treat the area and the bees moved on to a new home. When some tried to return weeks later, they decided against moving back in.
Description of Work: We had to have bees removed from the interior wall of our home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Angela L.
04/2009
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
This man could have really made some easy money off of me, and he chose, instead, to set my mind at ease and charge me nothing. I cannot express how impressed I am by that. I will definitely call him for any future problem we may have with stinging insects.
Description of Work: I had noticed bees flying into holes in the mortar of my brick house. I was afraid that I had a feral hive inside my house walls. I called The Bee Hunter and he returned my call soon thereafter. He asked some questions and then told me that what I have are mortar bees, not honey bees, and that they are a short lived species that do not build hives in walls and do no damage, so that I really did not need his services. Imagine my relief and surprise. He offered to come to my house, free of charge, just to confirm this judgment, but we decided that he would email me pictures of mortar bees so that I can try to make my own identification, and that I will call him back if I continue to be concerned.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Laena I.
08/2008
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
It was a great experience. I was really nervous about the nest having children and pets around, and dreaded having to get rid of it. The Bee Hunter put me at ease right away with his professional and kind demeanor. He was able to look at it later that same day, and to my relief was able to take care of the problem then and there. By the time he started, I was no longer nervous about the situation, and before I knew it he was finished. This was worth every penny of the $250.
Description of Work: Yellow jacket nest removed from eaves.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

BARBARA M.
08/2008
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
In late summer, we suddenly noticed many yellow-jackets entering and leaving a small crevice between the brick and the siding on the outside of our house. We also had live and dead yellow-jackets throughout the house. The Bee Hunter came out the same day we called and quickly located a very large nest in the corner ceiling of our kitchen. He clearly explained our options and charges before beginning. Due to the size of the nest, we decided it should be removed. The Bee Hunter was careful to create as little mess as possible and cleaned up thoroughly afterward. He seems to enjoy his work and was pleasant to deal with.
Description of Work: Safely removed a large yellow-jacket nest that was within the walls of our home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Frederick G.
07/2008
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I called them in the morning and I told them the problem. He came out the same afternoon. He called before he arrived to let me know that he was coming. He was knowledgeable and he took care of the problem promptly.
Description of Work: They removed a bee hive and the bees that were under my deck.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$165

Contact information

1275 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15221

http://www.thebeehunter.com

Service hours

Sunday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Licensing

Insured

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
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Service Categories

Pest Control

FAQ

The Bee Hunter is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

Sunday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Monday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

The Bee Hunter accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, The Bee Hunter does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, The Bee Hunter offers eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, The Bee Hunter offers a 5% senior discount.
Yes, The Bee Hunter offers emergency services.
Yes, The Bee Hunter offers warranties.
The Bee Hunter offers the following services: Removal, Control & Prevention - Bees, Hornets, Wasps & Yellow Jackets.
General Pest Control- Termites, Carpenter Ants & Wildlife.

Contact information

1275 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15221

http://www.thebeehunter.com

Service hours

Sunday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM