Most people have experienced the nerve-wracking feeling of hearing a loud hum near their head and searching for the source of the bee. For many people, the initial reaction to these stinging insects is to panic—and that’s completely understandable. If you have any property or business, it is imperative to see a bee from time to time. However, if you have seen a partially or fully developed bee or wasp colony, perhaps it is time to consider the removal of the bee hive or other bee treatment strategies.

Bee removal is best handled by professionals.

First and foremost, we cannot stress enough that bee removal should always be handled by professional pest control companies. 

1. Bee removal is dangerous.

Bee stings and removal of the hive can be very dangerous. When a bee colony is disturbed and feels threatened, dozens of bees may leave and attempt to sting. About 5% of the population is allergic to stinging insects. Allergic reactions can cause significant harm, especially because a swarm of bees can cause multiple stings.

2. Bees are essential to our ecosystem and must be handled with care.

Many species of bees are considered endangered, but the truth is that we depend on bees. Bees and bumblebees play an important role in pollination. Without them, we would face serious environmental repercussions. At Dodson Pest Control, we make every effort to ensure that pollinators are removed with minimal impact on our customers and bees.

What about a DIY bee removal treatment?

DIY bee treatments can work but they can also do more harm than good. Over-the-counter bee sprays are very widely available, and the truth is that they can be effective at killing bees. We understand that these treatments can be attractive because of their low cost, and they may present a near-immediate solution that does not require waiting for a professional evaluation and treatment strategy.

However, using an aerosol can on a stray bee or hive is not the best course of action. Bee sprays that can be accessed by the everyday consumer usually require you to get up appropriately, which increases the chances of getting stung. Depending on the type of spray you buy, the insecticide may not kill a bee or wasp, and may instead annoy the insect, creating a tendency to sting. DIY bee treatments are not simple, and as with any dangerous pest, it is better to contact professionals rather than risk your health.

We have the knowledge and equipment to perform excellent bee control services.

Bee removal services are not one-size-fits-all. When you reach out to a pest control company like 24×7 pest control to tackle a bee problem, we’ll be the first to identify what type of bee infestation we’ll be addressing. Our bee removal specialists have PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) on hand to safely remove bees and live bees. Our team of professionals has experience in removing bees, yellow jackets, hornets, carpenter bees, and other species in our service area. Get full guidance from our experts.