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Who Do I Call for Bee Removal? (A Beekeeper, a Pro, or Ghostbusters)
Something is buzzing where it shouldn’t be. Before you grab the bug spray and a prayer, figure out who you’re dealing with — it decides who you call.
| What you see | What it probably is | Who to call |
|---|---|---|
| A big cluster of fuzzy bees on a branch | Honeybee swarm (resting, usually leaves in a day or two) | A beekeeper |
| Bees going in and out of a wall, with honey smell or stains | Established honeybee hive | A beekeeper or bee removal specialist; repairs after |
| Paper nest under an eave or deck | Paper wasps | Pest control |
| Football-shaped gray nest in a tree or on the house | Bald-faced hornets | Pest control |
| Hole in the lawn with wasps flying in and out | Yellow jackets | Pest control |
| Wasps going in and out of a gap in siding | Yellow jackets in a wall | Pest control — don’t seal the hole |
| Round holes in wood with sawdust | Carpenter bees | Pest control |
Not sure? Send us a photo — we’ll tell you what it is. More: yellow jackets vs. bees · bee & wasp fun facts
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What to look for
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Fun facts about other pests
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Common questions
Who do I call for bee removal?
For honeybees, a local beekeeper. For wasps, yellow jackets, hornets and carpenter bees, a pest control company.
Who gets rid of wasps?
A licensed pest control company.
Will a beekeeper remove bees for free?
Many will collect a honeybee swarm; removing an established hive from a wall usually costs money because of the work and repairs.
Is a honeybee swarm dangerous?
Swarming bees are usually calm because they have no hive to defend, but keep your distance and call a beekeeper.
Schedule today
Call 973-510-2585, text us or request a free quote online. Silver Bullet Pest Control is licensed and insured in New Jersey.