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Helpful Information about Swarms & Bee Hive Removal Service

Swarm removal
A swarm on a tree branch.

The Number 1 Question is:
Will they leave on their own?

In the case of a Swarm, usually YES. A swarm of bees may stop to rest on just about anything during the migratory process and leave between 1 and 72 hours later. In Southern California, the swarming season occurs mostly during Spring and Fall, but it can occur at other times of the year as well.

Established Colonies will NOT leave once they have set up housekeeping except in extenuating circumstances. Bees may choose various hollow cavities to set up colonies such as your roof, eaves, wall voids, water meter boxes, even a BBQ grill or a birdhouse. It only takes bees about 72 hours to start producing honey and combs once they move in.


So the Number 2 Question is:
Can I get rid of these unwanted visitors myself?

Bee Busters does not recommend self-treatment of a bee infestation. An active colony of honey bees can have 10,000 to 60,000 bees in it. What you see on the outside is only a miniscule fraction of what is under the surface. Spraying an active Colony with any ‘over-the-counter’ substance bought at the local hardware store will give the bees reason to become defensive. Also, this method will only exterminate a small fraction of the problem.

When dealing with a Swarm the only self-treatment that Bee Busters recommends is to have patience and let nature run its course. A swarm that has landed on something that does not provide them with a suitable nesting place will not usually stay. Swarms may land on tree branches and the like. Spraying a swarm with water or another substance can cause quite a ruckus and the bees will usually settle back down on the same spot. As with a colony, attempting to self-exterminate your visitors with any method can cause defensive behavior. If a swarm on your property makes you uncomfortable and waiting for nature is not a possibility, give us a call!

Note: Spraying a swarm with water or other substance can damage the queen bee. If she is unable to travel your visitors will stay longer than usual. They won’t leave without her!


Awareness

  • Look Up
  • Know common nesting places
  • Teach children to be respectful of all bees
  • Observe. Listen for buzzing and look for signs of bees following a constant path
  • Use care. Don’t disturb a nest or a swarm
  • Bees around your garden are pollinating and do not pose a threat. Be respectful, they are simply grocery shopping and our environment needs them.

Prevention

  • Remove possible nesting sites from the area around your home (empty containers such as flower pots, old tires, BBQ grills, vehicles, cavities in fences, ground and trees)
  • Inspect outbuildings, eaves, chimneys and crawl spaces frequently.
  • See our Photo Gallery to view some of these common nesting sites
  • Seal openings larger than 1/8” in walls, around plumbing and other structural gaps
  • Install screens where openings cannot be sealed
  • Avoid wearing colognes and scented soaps as well as overusing citrus cleansers

Sting Response

  • If pursued by bees, seek shelter indoors or in vehicle. Bees will respond to the CO2 you exhale and follow it
  • Do NOT jump into water
  • Protect your eyes and face if being stung. Protect your hair. Don’t swat at bees – it makes them more aggressive
  • Remove stingers quickly – if possible scrape them off rather than squeezing them
  • Wash the sting(s) with soap
  • Apply ice
  • Seek medical attention if stung numerous times or if allergic to bee stings
  • When possible, move small pets to shelter
  • If an animal has multiple stings or appears to have a reaction to a bee sting consult your veterinarian
  • Keep animals from eating dead bees. Be aware that dead bees’ stingers can still sting for several days until completely dehydrated.

Call Bee Busters today if you need swarm, colony, or bee hive removal service.

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Happy Customers

Very responsive with professional skills and knowledge. Provided different quotes with explanation so we can easily understand what to expect. We had Daniel over to remove the swarm of bees so quickly and learned a lot. Highly recommended !

Gina C

I had bees coming in my house via the chimney to the fireplace and into my family room. Bee busters told me what was most likely happening, how to block them from coming in and made an appointment for me in about five days. That was the first available one. Jeremy did a great job checking my chimney and giving me my opinions.
I know more about bees than I ever did.
Thankfully my dogs and I are feeling safe inside again.

Trudy R

BeeBusters are great. I called them about a huge number of bees buzzing around and inside my laundry room exterior vent. They showed up as scheduled the next day, Sunday, afternoon and within a short time, had the whole situation under control. They did the work at a very reasonable price also. I definitely recommend them.

Hasnain K

Thank you, Jeremy, for your prompt service after I found a wasp nest outside my patio door keeping me from going outside. I so much appreciated your professional and friendly demeanor and highly recommend Bee Busters to everyone.

Isabelle

It started with just a few bees near my shed. Apparently they liked what they saw and told all their “bee friends.” Soon there were dozens and as I waited for them to leave there were more.

I called Bee Busters and soon they were gone. Very reasonably priced compared to others, nice people and they wrapped up the problem quickly.

I like their motto: “Who you gonna call?? Bee Busters!!” I’m glad I did. Call them. You’ll like these people.

Steve S

Thank you for getting rid of wasp nests in my eaves! Scheduling the appointment was very easy. Jeremy came out at the time specified and spent time inspecting the nests I had identified as well as walking the perimeter checking for any additional ones I may have missed. The removal process was very quick. Highly recommend!

Allison D

Awesome service! We had bees in our chimney coming into our home through the fireplace. I called Bee Busters and Nicole helped get my appointment booked today and she was very helpful and friendly. Our technician Jeremy was absolutely fantastic. He was able t get rid of our bee problem and explained the process of the bee removal. I highly recommend Bee Busters for their great customer service and bee removal! They are truly the best! Thank you, Bee Busters!

Staci F
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Contact Bee Busters Today

If you’re facing a bee-related issue on your property, don’t hesitate to contact Bee Busters. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff is ready to assist you and provide the best solution for your specific situation. We take pride in our prompt response times and our ability to handle even the most challenging bee removal and rescue cases.

Trust Bee Busters to safely and effectively remove bees from your property while ensuring their survival. With our expertise, dedication, and eco-friendly approach, you can have peace of mind knowing that your bee problem will be resolved efficiently and humanely.

Don’t let bee infestations disrupt your daily life or pose a risk to your family and property. Contact Bee Busters today and experience the difference our professional bee removal and rescue services can make. We look forward to serving you and protecting the invaluable bee population in Orange County, CA.

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