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Q: Can I remove animals myself?

• <div><p>DIY animal removal is rarely a good idea and is not advised for many reasons. First, these types of animals can carry diseases and, therefore, pose a health risk to you, your family, and your pets if mishandled. Second, depending on your city or municipality, it may be illegal to remove or handle wildlife yourself. </p><p>Sealing your home against these animals yourself is also a bad idea. Trapping an animal under your house will cause odor and insect problems when it passes away. </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: Are there scheduling flexibility options for removal services?

• <div><p>Yes, many companies offer convenient options to accommodate service timing needs.</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 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 15, 2025

Reviewed in October 2023
We were extremely pleased by how promptly this company worked. The tree had fire blight, and we wanted it removed before the blight spread to other trees and bushes. The tree was removed in just a couple of hours. The clean-up was done well, however, I did have to do some of the raking of...
Cassidy's Tree Service
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Reviewed in July 2023
Very satisfied , polite and knowledgeable, informed what branches needed to be removed for safety and u agreed. I will refer them to whom desire work done. They cleaned up and ask if I wanted removed I replied cause I used branches for fire pit.
BossMen Service, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2014
This is the second time they've spayed an animal for me. Both times they charged me extra because they said they were in hear. My cat I don't know, but my dog was not in heat. Not even close. They're pushy with meds (of course you need the most expensive ones). Overall I'm not happy with my...
Clarksburg Veterinary Hospital
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Reviewed in March 2014
I was a client of theirs for years. Their services deteriorated over the years to the point that I could no longer trust them with my animals. The final problem occurred when my cat had a broken tail that they x-rayed and said that it was a cyst and would heal. After over a week of the cat in...
Audubon Animal Clinic
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Reviewed in October 2013
I moved from Canada and had to set up appointments for my two cats. I called All Pets and they arranged an appointment quickly. Both cats are on special diets and one is diabetic. I had their records from my Canadian vet for reference which All Pets used. My cats are both healthy and happy. ...
All Pets Animal Clinic
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Reviewed in July 2012
Would not let me remove
WALLACE MOVING & STORAGE
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Reviewed in June 2012
They allow you to adopt the animals they rescue after a thorough application process. I am happy with what they do.
Animal Friends of North Central West Virginia
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Animal Removal questions, answered by experts

DIY animal removal is rarely a good idea and is not advised for many reasons. First, these types of animals can carry diseases and, therefore, pose a health risk to you, your family, and your pets if mishandled. Second, depending on your city or municipality, it may be illegal to remove or handle wildlife yourself.

Sealing your home against these animals yourself is also a bad idea. Trapping an animal under your house will cause odor and insect problems when it passes away.

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.

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

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

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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