How do I find a professional to remove active bee colonies?

• <div><p>To choose a reliable and reputable bee removal specialist, you could start by searching Angi’s database of <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/wasp-bee-removal/">bee removal specialists</a>. Also, look into local organizations and beekeepers associations. </p></div>

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Q: Should I hire an animal removal specialist instead of calling my local municipality?

• <div><p>You might be tempted to call your local municipality to remove animals from your property, such as a groundhog burrowing in your yard or raccoons getting into your trash cans. However, they typically only remove domestic animals like dogs and cats from properties, or sick and injured wildlife that pose a public safety risk or health threat, such as a rabid animal. They typically do not capture or remove healthy wildlife.</p><p>Animal removal professionals have the tools, knowledge, and skills to trap and remove wild animals adequately and humanely. They also can relocate them correctly.</p></div>

Q: What steps are taken post-removal to prevent future issues?

• <div><p>Ensure proper ventilation, address leaks, and conduct regular inspections.</p></div>

Q: Do honey bees sting?

• <div><p>Yes, honey bees can sting, but they typically only do it when they feel their hive is threatened. When honey bees are away from their hive, they&rsquo;re focused on foraging for pollen and nectar, making them unlikely to sting. Only female honey bees, called workers, have stingers, and they will die if they need to use them. Generally, if left undisturbed, honey bees will leave you alone.</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 19, 2025

Reviewed in November 2023
Removed eight stumps and hauled them away. Took extra time to clean up and backfill holes. Carter was great to work with on scheduling the project. He showed up when he said he would and make quick work of a large project at a reasonable price. Would highly recommend!
Carter Wright
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Reviewed in September 2021
We thought it went very well! The "before and after" pictures showed how well the dust and debris were removed.
Dan's Drain & Duct Cleaning LLC
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Reviewed in November 2017
I paid in full, up front for my roof to be completed by a professional. It took more than two months for this to be completed, during which time I was made to expend my time and energy trying to get the situation resolved. I was given excuse after excuse for why the job wasn't completed properly...
Dustin Hoffman Construction LLC
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Reviewed in July 2017
Ryan Schulz is just great. He doesn't just work in tree removal. He's a total tree n***, honest and friendly, and focused on efficiency, which benefits his customers. He was able to quickly remove a giant tree from right between my house and my neighbor's house - and left NO MESS behind.
Gardener Tree Service
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Reviewed in October 2016
Excellent Removed some pretty bad drink stains
NU-TECH ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
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Reviewed in July 2015
Everything was according to plan. I had described the problem over the phone and had been told the approximate cost. He quickly removed the moldy drywall, and placed a patch to repair it. He was quite good at keeping the work area and my house clean. My only problem would be that it took 2 weeks...
Bath Time Renovations
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Reviewed in September 2014
Not only did the owner of Marso Lawn Service call back (a rare thing these days with too many contractors) when I called and left a message about needing our lawn aerated, but he called yet again when he needed to reset the appointment rather than leaving me hanging. Then when he came to our...
Marso Lawn Service
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Reviewed in January 2014
When I entered the business there were 2 employees discussing their phone apps and another employee gathering garbage. I brought a desktop computer with me that was infected with a virus. The employee removing the garbage told me that she would help me when she got back from taking out the...
DAKOTA PC
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Reviewed in November 2012
Dr. Chad Anema has been our Veterinarian for our beloved dog Dusty for over 3 years now. He and his wonderful staff have always done a great job and have a kind way of taking care of our male King Charles Cavalier. They are fair priced and gentle with the animals.
DUNES ANIMAL HOSPITAL
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Reviewed in September 2010
After a bad storm in which we had a crab apple tree uprooted and the entire top of our maple tree snapped in half I contacted this company and requested that they come out and give me an estimate to remove the crab apple and tell me if the maple tree could be saved. I was told yes, they would...
Family Man's Tree Service
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Animal Removal questions, answered by experts

You might be tempted to call your local municipality to remove animals from your property, such as a groundhog burrowing in your yard or raccoons getting into your trash cans. However, they typically only remove domestic animals like dogs and cats from properties, or sick and injured wildlife that pose a public safety risk or health threat, such as a rabid animal. They typically do not capture or remove healthy wildlife.

Animal removal professionals have the tools, knowledge, and skills to trap and remove wild animals adequately and humanely. They also can relocate them correctly.

Ensure proper ventilation, address leaks, and conduct regular inspections.

To choose a reliable and reputable bee removal specialist, you could start by searching Angi’s database of bee removal specialists. Also, look into local organizations and beekeepers associations.

Yes, honey bees can sting, but they typically only do it when they feel their hive is threatened. When honey bees are away from their hive, they’re focused on foraging for pollen and nectar, making them unlikely to sting. Only female honey bees, called workers, have stingers, and they will die if they need to use them. Generally, if left undisturbed, honey bees will leave you alone.

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

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