Other Bee Removal Services
Other Bee Removal Services
Not all stinging insects are honey bees. If you're dealing with wasps, hornets, or bumble bees, we can help. While these species cannot be relocated to our honey bee apiary, we will carefully assess your situation and find the safest and most environmentally responsible solution.
Assessment
When you contact us, we'll start by learning more about where the nest is located and the level of activity. Some species can be left alone if they are not interfering with people or pets, while others may pose a real safety concern. Our goal is always to minimize disruption to the environment while keeping your home and family safe.
Removal
Most non-honey bees and wasps cannot survive if their nests are moved. For this reason, relocation is usually not an option. However, if a nest is in a dangerous spot, such as inside your siding, under a deck, or in a tree near your home, we will remove it using safe practices and avoiding harsh chemicals whenever possible.
Costs
Every situation is unique. Pricing depends on the type of bees, the location of the nest, repairs, and the level of risk involved. We'll provide a clear estimate before beginning any work so there are no surprises.
Safety First
Attempting to remove a nest yourself can be dangerous. Wasps and hornets, in particular, can be aggressive when disturbed. We use protective equipment and proven methods to ensure removal is done safely and responsibly.
Next Steps
If wasps, hornets, or bumble bees are causing problems on your property, don't wait until the nest grows larger. Contact us at forestgarden@lune1860.ca or call 226-841-0208 and we’ll be in touch asap.
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FAQ
What causes honey bees to swarm?
Honey bees swarm in an effort to create a new colony and ensure their survival. They left their hive due to lack of space or the queen went on a mating flight and didn’t return.
Why do I have a swarm in my backyard?
I would consider you lucky! The bees have picked a spot they deem ideal to rest and may set up a new home. Ideally they have picked a tree branch otherwise if its a tree cavity or hole into your home, that makes it a lot more difficult to remove.
Is the swarm dangerous?
Bees in this state are usually not aggressive and will not bother humans or other animals unless provoked.
Is removing them bad for the environment?
Honey bees are not native to North America, they were brought here from Europe. Similar to other farmed animals, Honey bees are unlikely to survive for very long in Canada without human care. They need a protective cavity to keep dry, away from other pests, and often also need medical treatment to remain healthy.
Does it cost anything to remove them?
Nope. We remove the swarm and give them a comfy new home in our apiary, safe and supportive to ensure their survival.
Why do you collect swarms?
There are a few methods to starting a new colony of bees. Although swarms are more difficult and don’t always stay in the hive box given on collection, it's an inexpensive and quick way to build a new colony. Also, swarms won’t last out in the wild for very long and it's part of our efforts to help save the bees.
How do I know if what I have are honey bees?
Honey bees cluster like no other bees. They will often be in large clusters of thousands of bees. Not like hornets or wasps that have smaller colonies and will have a gray paper like nest. We only collect honey bees.
Can I remove them myself?
A swarm shouldn't be disturbed without the presence of an experienced beekeeper. Honey bee swarms have very different behaviours than other bees and need to be treated with care.
