Bees

If a nest is outside or underground, then there shouldn’t be a reason it can’t be moved. In more conventional and accessible places such as bushes, trees, and sheds, contacting a local beekeeper or pest controller to relocate the nest is an option. If you suspect you have honey bees and they are causing you problems, then we would recommend coming out and collecting the bee swarm.

If the location of a nest is dangerous and removal is not possible, only then should the next step be considered. In such cases, it’s important to seek professional assistance to ensure the safety of both the bees and the people involved.

Last Resort Eradication – The decision to treat will depend on if it is possible to close the entrance(s) to the nest after treatment. In this circumstance, make sure you use a trained professional.

We strongly recommend you contact us at Shire Pest Solutions, as we are fully trained professionals and have the technical knowledge and access to a range of professional-use insecticides.

Post-treatment requirements will vary depending on the species of bees you have. For bumblebees, blocking up access points will prevent non-target bees from entering and getting contaminated, as well as reducing the likelihood of other bees accessing the same area in the future.

For solitary/masonry bees, in the long term, re-pointing with sound mortar is the only answer. However, this must be done thoroughly as bees hunting for a nest site will soon locate areas that have been missed.

For honey bees, it is essential that entrance points are blocked off, and if possible, remove all the honeycomb.

Failure to do this will cause robber bees to find the infected honey and take it back to their hive, thus contaminating it.