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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 long does removal take?

• <div><p>Removal typically takes 30 minutes to 1 hour per item, depending on accessibility and size.</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>

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>

Q: Is it illegal to kill honey bees?

• <div><p>In many places, killing bees or destroying a hive is discouraged or regulated due to their crucial role as pollinators. Specific laws vary by region, and certain bee species are protected due to declining populations. Some states require permits or restrict who can remove or exterminate bee colonies. Always check local laws before attempting to manage or remove a beehive.</p></div>

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Last update on November 27, 2025

Reviewed in August 2025
They did an excellent job removing our trees, grooming our yard, and then installing our fire pit.
MAC Group, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2024
They came out and removed several LARGE shrubs from the front of my house. Did an excellent job. Very pleased.
Matcom
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Reviewed in June 2024
Absolutely stellar work!!! Today I had shrubs and trees trimmed, gutters cleaned, poison sumac vines removed, and lots of debris removed. This company was extremely professional, thorough, timely, and truly have an expansive skill set! I will use them for all my projects in the future!
R&C Handyman & Hauling
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Reviewed in March 2023
Cut tree down and removed including stump. Did a wonderful job!
Roberts Corrosion Services
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Reviewed in July 2019
Tree trimming tree removal
My Computer Works
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Reviewed in July 2019
Tree trimming and tree removal
Larry Border Contracting LLC
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Reviewed in May 2015
Old driveway, sidewalk and patio removed and new forms installed on day one. All concrete poured and installed on day two. Concrete infused with fiberglass to increase strength. Concrete was smoothed and broom finish applied. All work looks wonderful. M&S is very responsive, and always...
M & S Concrete
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Reviewed in May 2015
They were punctual, extremely quick at removing the trees and pleasant. When the job was complete one would not know there were formerly trees growing. The clean up factor was a great bonus, very neat. They made the sting of losing my trees a little less painful by doing such a good job.
Mike's Tree Service
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Reviewed in April 2015
.After this visit I had some questions so I called them and they were very kind and took time to talk with me. I followed up with my vet, he did have a reaction to the eye drops due to the medicine seeping into his incision due to the bite so I stopped giving it on the advice of my vet. My...
ANIMAL VETERINARY EMERGENCY
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Reviewed in October 2012
I absolutely love Dr. Haught. She treats us as if we are VIP customers each and every time we come in. She takes her time with each animal, making sure it is as calm and relaxed as possible. She knows what she is doing and how to interact with animals. She even addresses the animals by their...
Colegate Woods Veterinary Clinic
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18 years of experience

Ohio Valley Pest Control is a local, family owned and operated, full-service pest control company serving Ohio and West Virginia with offices based in Marietta, Ohio. We provide pest control services to both residential and commercial customers. General pest control services are fully guaranteed. Ohio Valley Pest Control is fully licensed and insured in Ohio and West Virginia, and our experienced technicians are state tested and licensed Commercial Applicators. We offer the most competitive prices and services in our area. Special financing may be available.

Animal Removal questions, answered by experts

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.

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

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

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.

In many places, killing bees or destroying a hive is discouraged or regulated due to their crucial role as pollinators. Specific laws vary by region, and certain bee species are protected due to declining populations. Some states require permits or restrict who can remove or exterminate bee colonies. Always check local laws before attempting to manage or remove a beehive.

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