Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.9, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Bee Best Bee Removal Bee Removal and Pest Control in San Diego ## Posts - [BLOG](https://www.beebestinc.com/blog/) - [How and why we perform live honeybee removal](https://www.beebestinc.com/the-best-way-to-perform-a-live-bee-removal/) - In our previous two blogs, we discussed some of the dangers and problems associated with wild, feral honeybees in San Diego, CA. Some of these dangers include the harm they pose to other types of bees and native pollinators. We also discussed the tendency of wild bees to be "Africanized", which can result in a - [Are Wild Honeybees in San Diego Harming our Local Native Bees?](https://www.beebestinc.com/are-wild-honeybees-in-san-diego-harming-our-local-native-bees/) - [Misconceptions about Honeybees and Aggressive Bees Attack Grandmother in Santee California](https://www.beebestinc.com/aggressive-bees-attack-residents-in-santee-california/) - One of the most common misconceptions about honeybees in San Diego is that they are exactly the same as honeybees used in an agricultural setting. The truth is that honeybees used on a farm or in an agricultural setting are quite different in temperament. That is because these "livestock" honeybees are bred to be docile - [When Bees Take Over Animal's Homes](https://www.beebestinc.com/when-bees-take-over-other-animals-homes/) - In our Bee Blog here at Bee Best Bee Removal, we talk a lot about what to do when bees build hives in your home or office. The wild bees we find in our environment regularly decide to move in, even though no one invited them. These "squatting" bees regularly enter vent holes, chimneys, and - [Why do beekeepers Requeen wild honey bee colonies?](https://www.beebestinc.com/why-do-beekeepers-re-queen-wild-honeybee-colonies/) - In Southern California, Beekeepers face many challenges when managing their honeybee colonies. One of the biggest challenges is the threat known as the hybrid-africanized (Apis mellifera) bee. So what are hybrid bees? They are wild feral honey bees that thrive in our local environment. They often exhibit a range of aggressive and defensive behavior. Genetically - [What are Bee Flight Patterns and why they are important?](https://www.beebestinc.com/what-is-a-flight-pattern-and-why-is-it-important/) - One of the terms used in Bee Removal that we frequently use in our day to day operations is the term "flight pattern". So what is a flight pattern and why is it such an important term. In general, the phrase "flight pattern" is used to describe the way a group of bees are flying. - [Do we have "Giant Hornets" in San Diego?](https://www.beebestinc.com/do-we-have-murder-hornets-in-san-diego/) - Just as things are looking up for the honeybee, we had a possible new threat to the honey bees. It's called Vespa Mandarinia or "The Northern Giant Hornet". It sounds terrible, and they look frightening too! In actuality, however, the "Murder Hornet" is just a nickname for an insect widely known as the Asian Giant - [Our upcoming website changes for the 2025 bee season](https://www.beebestinc.com/our-upcoming-website-changes-for-the-2025-bee-season/) - As the new 2025 bee season approaches, we will be making some updates to the website. We wanted to give our visitors a heads up as our website will look slightly different in the upcoming weeks. Since 2020 we were forced to dial back the content we provided on the website and focused primarily on - [Bees scouting for a place to stay inside of a garage](https://www.beebestinc.com/bees-scouting-for-a-place-to-stay/) - It's springtime which means it's the start of the bee season here in San Diego. It's been a busy start this year, but some jobs we are called out on don't always turn out to be paying jobs. This is because we are often called out by concerned customers who don't have a swarm or - [Giant Bee Swarms: Remove it fast or pay more later?](https://www.beebestinc.com/giant-bee-swarm-removals-remove-it-fast-or-pay-more-later/) - The year 2025 is looking to be a huge year for bee swarms. When I say huge, I mean the bee swarms this year are extra large compared to past years. Take a look at this swarm that was removed in El Cajon. (Insert photo or video) The bees were clustered there for a day - [Bee Proofing: What not to do](https://www.beebestinc.com/bee-proofing-what-not-to-do/) - Discovering bees inside the structure of your home can be a stressful experience. Although most of us are fond of bees when they are out in nature, no one likes to find them inside the wall voids or in the attic of their home. Luckily there are measures you can take to help reduce the - [Does my wall or roof need to be opened in order to remove a beehive?](https://www.beebestinc.com/does-my-wall-or-roof-need-to-be-opened-in-order-to-remove-a-beehive/) - One of the most frequently asked questions we get when someone calls our office is "Why do you need to open the wall or roof of my home in order to remove the bees?" It's a good question that has many answers. Let me explain. Whenever bees get inside a roof, wall, or chimney, its - [Best Free Bee Removal in San Diego](https://www.beebestinc.com/best-free-bee-removal-in-san-diego/) - Previously, we took the time to help explain why it's super difficult to find free bee removal services. This blog is dedicated to helping other bee professionals understand how they may be listed as a free bee removal company. For those of you who are reading this hoping to find Free Bee Removal we have a few - [5 Predictable Places Bees Build Hives](https://www.beebestinc.com/bees-build-hives-in-the-predictable-places/) - Bees are fairly predictable creatures. Whenever we remove bees from a property, it's usually from a roof, or inside the wall of a structure. These types of jobs are called structural removals. Structural removals may be the most common, but there are also many other places bees commonly build hives. Below are a few of - [What is the best way to remove a bee hive from a structure](https://www.beebestinc.com/the-best-way-to-remove-a-bee-hive-from-a-structure/) - If you are here reading this blog post, you may have just received some bad news. Perhaps you just found out that there are bees inside the structure of your home. Even worse, maybe the bees have already built a hive inside the wall or roof. What a bummer! No one likes to find out - [What is Bee Removal and the various types?](https://www.beebestinc.com/what-is-bee-removal/) - What is the definition of Bee Removal? Bee Removal is a term that is used to describe the action of removing and/or resolving a bee problem. Let us elaborate. When people get unwanted bees on their property, they often look for a beekeeper, pest control, or bee removal company, to remove the swarm or hive. - [The San Diego Padres face backlash for bee extermination](https://www.beebestinc.com/the-san-diego-padres-face-backlash-for-bee-extermination/) - It was a terrible sight to see. Captured all on live on TV. An exterminator sprays and kills a honeybee swarm during yesterday’s Padres game here in San Diego. For many people, it was a heart breaking event to witness, particularly because the announcer on television was jeering and cheering as the bee swarm met - [Good Bee Advice for Pest Control Professionals](https://www.beebestinc.com/good-bee-advice-for-pest-control-professionals/) - What an honor. This month the owner of our company, Jeff Lutz, was featured in two pest management professional publications. The first publication he is featured in is the June edition of PMP magazine. In the magazine edition, he and several other bee removal professionals contribute and discuss the highlights and challenges of saving and - [Bees inside a chimney? Don't light that fire!](https://www.beebestinc.com/bees-inside-a-chimney-dont-light-that-fire/) - So you think you have a bee hive inside your chimney, and you're not sure what to do. You've asked around and searched online, hoping to find a quick and easy way to resolve the bee problem. If this is happening to you, there is a good chance that someone (or some website) is encouraging - [Bee Best Bee Removal remains open for business during Covid 19 pandemic](https://www.beebestinc.com/open-for-business-during-covid19/) - Important Business Update: Bee Best Bee Removal is open for business. In light of the recent Covid 19 virus outbreak that has erupted worldwide, (including here in San Diego county), we want to keep you informed regarding the status of our ability to provide bee removal services. We have received many calls since the outbreak - [When Bees Fly High](https://www.beebestinc.com/hives-in-the-sky-hives-up-high/) - When it comes to the world of bee removal, not all jobs are created equal. Bees can build hives in all sorts of places, and not all removal jobs can be performed in the same way. Some bee removal jobs are straight forward. The colony is exposed and easy to reach. These are usually removal - [Bee Chasin' with the Bee Whisperer : Episode 3 - Interesting Stories](https://www.beebestinc.com/bee-chasin-with-the-bee-whisperer-episode-3-interesting-stories/) - What you see here is a rough transcript of the audio that is on this page. It was from the start of a podcast series that we will be picking back up soon. We will be cleaning up the transcript so that it makes sense to read. [Intro] Jeff: (:37) Hello guys, Some of the - [Bee Chasin' Episode 1 - The Jeff Lutz Story](https://www.beebestinc.com/beechasin1/) - In this Episode Jeff Lutz explains how he got started in the Bee Removal business. The following are time coded show notes in case you would like to skip around. The first 2 minutes of the episode is a different audio quality due to some microphone settings. It gets better. :) [00:00] - Jeff Lutz - [Will the current drought affect the local bee population here in San Diego?](https://www.beebestinc.com/will-the-current-drought-affect-the-local-bee-population-here-in-san-diego/) - We have been getting this question a lot since news of the recent drought has hit the headlines. According to The San Diego County Agricultural Department, bee populations remain healthy here at home. But will all that change now that we are in a drought? Although it's impossible to predict mother nature and how bees - [Valley Center Man attacked by wasps, not bees.](https://www.beebestinc.com/valley-center-man-attacked-by-wasps-not-bees/) - The recent death of a Valley Center man who was clearing brush on his property was actually the result of wasp stings. The coroner did not specify the type of wasps that attacked the victim. We are guessing they may have been hornets. This is a very unusual and tragic event. Our thoughts and prayers - [What to do when bees invade your hummingbird feeder](https://www.beebestinc.com/what-to-do-when-bees-invade-your-hummingbird-feeder/) - This blog is all about the Birds and the Bees, but not in the way you might think. In the past few weeks I have gotten several calls from people who are desperate to get rid of bees who are taking over their bird feeders and bird baths. It's actually a common occurrence for bees - [Going Rogue: What happens when DIY'ers attempt Bee Removal](https://www.beebestinc.com/going-rogue-what-happens-when-diyers-attempt-bee-removal/) - This blog goes out to all our customers who call us as a last resort after trying to take care of a bee problem themselves. Some people call you DIY'ers (Do it yourself). Others may call you crazy or brave, depending on who you talk to. We here at Bee Best like to call you - [How is a Queen Bee different than a worker bee?](https://www.beebestinc.com/how-is-a-queen-bee-different-than-a-worker-bee/) - Feminist, Female dominated, Matriarchal...all of these terms pretty much sum up society in a bee colony. Despite what movies like "The Bee Movie" portray, all worker bees are female. The only purpose of the Male (Drone) is to fertilize the queen. Once the drone achieves his purpose he dies immediately. If he fails to fertilize - [Small ways to help the bees on Earth Day](https://www.beebestinc.com/small-ways-to-help-the-bees-on-earth-day/) - April 22nd is only a few days away, which means it’s time to celebrate Earth Day! The celebration that once started as just a small group of scientists and environmentalists back in the 60’s, is now a huge mainstream event. Here in San Diego, the annual Earth Fair in Balboa Park listed hundreds of Corporate, - [3 Common Wasp Nests in San Diego](https://www.beebestinc.com/3-common-wasp-nests-in-san-diego/) - It's officially summer and along with it comes beach parties, barbeques, and lounging by the pool. While we celebrate the season with picnics at the park, one thing is inevitable. There will be wasps ready to join us while we celebrate the season. Even our homes are not immune from wasp season. In fact, it - [June Bee News: Safe Havens and Odd Bee Stories.](https://www.beebestinc.com/june-bee-news-safe-havens-and-odd-bee-stories/) - It's the end of the month which means it's time for the monthly recap of bee related news. Some of the bee news stories that stood out this past month were stories of people helping to enrich the environment of the honeybee. In Norway, for example, the capital city of Oslo is creating a "bee - [San Diego spring storms may help the bees](https://www.beebestinc.com/california-spring-storms-may-help-the-bees/) - It's no secret, California is in a drought. Some on twitter are calling it the #superdrought. News articles are proclaiming it to be the worst drought to hit California in over 1200 years. Governor Brown has already declared an official "Drought State of Emergency". Make no mistake about it. This drought is taking a toll - [Bees are getting inside my home! Where are they coming from?](https://www.beebestinc.com/bees-are-getting-inside-my-home/) - Let me guess. You found this page because you think you may have a bee problem, but you're not sure. Don't feel bad, you are not alone. We get lots of calls from customers who can't figure out where the bees are coming from. Usually the confusion starts when people notice one or two bees - [Why do beekeepers wear white?](https://www.beebestinc.com/why-do-beekeepers-wear-white/) - The other day I was asked an interesting question. I was out and about with one of our bee removal technicians at the hardware store. We were stocking up on garden supplies for the bee hive boxes at the bee farm (where we keep our bees). As we were walking down the aisle, an employee - [Top 5 Questions to Ask a Bee Removal Company](https://www.beebestinc.com/top-5-questions-to-ask-a-bee-removal-company/) - So you have a hive inside your home and you want a professional to extract it. Where do you start when deciding who to hire? Before just going with the cheapest bid for your business be sure to ask what we like to call the “Big 5” questions to ask before you hire a Bee - [Review: 3 must have jars of honey now available in San Diego](https://www.beebestinc.com/review-3-must-have-jars-of-honey-from-san-diego/) - Are you a honey enthusiast? If so, you probably already know that honey comes in many different varieties of color, texture, and flavor. Not everyone knows this. Once upon a time...a long time ago...I used to think I didn't like honey. People used to rave about it and I just didn't get what all the - [Bee Best or Be Best?](https://www.beebestinc.com/bee-best-or-be-best/) - So a funny thing happened the other day. I was sitting at work, answering the phones at Bee Best Bee Removal. Suddenly I got a post notification from our Facebook business page. The message read "Thank you for supporting our First lady". Huh? I wasn't sure what to make of that. Confused , I immediately - [Our Top three bee removal events of 2016](https://www.beebestinc.com/our-top-three-bee-removal-events-of-2016/) - As the new year begins, it's that time again where we reflect upon the prior year's events in the world of bee removal. The following are what we consider to be the top 3 bee related events of 2016. Over the past few years, there has been a growing concern for the protection of the honeybee. - [Meet our new beekeeper](https://www.beebestinc.com/meet-our-new-beekeeper/) - In previous blogs, we have discussed how fortunate we at Bee Best Bee Removal are to network with people that allow us to place bee swarms on their land. The host family we network with has more than 40+ acres of land in unincorporated El Cajon. It is on this land that we take bees - [San Diego Summer Storm 2014: Crazy weather exposes hidden bee hives](https://www.beebestinc.com/san-diego-summer-storm-2014-crazy-weather-exposes-hidden-bee-hives/) - San Diego, which is known for it's great climate, has been giving it's citizens some surprising weather these past few weeks. First we had a four day heat wave. Then the heat was enhanced by a dose of Monsoonal Humidity. Then it was followed by an unexpected summer storm. The storm caught America's Finest city off guard. - [What to do when bees invade a birdhouse](https://www.beebestinc.com/what-to-do-when-bees-invade-a-birdhouse/) - Ever see that great YouTube compilation of Cat's taking over Dog beds? Well, cats aren't the only creatures that like to take over another animals' space. Bees do it too! In particular they love birdhouses and owl boxes. It actually makes sense if you think about it. Both bird houses and owl boxes are perfectly - [Will bees in trees go away on their own?](https://www.beebestinc.com/will-bees-in-trees-go-away-on-their-own/) - It's a fact. Bees love trees. They love to swarm, hive, forage, and pollinate the trees on your property. The number one question we get from customers with bees in trees is "Will the bees go away on their own?" The answer is not a simple one. "It depends" is my usual reply. Let me - [What to do when a bee swarm lands in your yard](https://www.beebestinc.com/what-to-do-when-a-bee-swarm-lands-in-your-yard/) - Ever witness a swarm of bees invading your space? I did the other day for the very first time. It's a feeling that's hard to describe. You see, I've been working at Bee Best Bee Removal for about 5 years. Over the past 5 years I have begun to overcome my fear of bees, mainly because I - [What do you call a massive beehive?](https://www.beebestinc.com/what-do-you-call-a-massivebee-hive/) - Every once in a while the technicians here at Bee Best Bee Removal will notice that we are getting a lot of bee removal calls from a pocket area of a neighborhood. We'll go out one day to a specific street, only to get a call the next day at a house around the corner. - [Bee Attacks in the news - March, 2015](https://www.beebestinc.com/bee-attacks-in-the-news-march-2015/) - A recap of Bee News for the month of March, 2015. The month of March is historically a busy month for beekeepers and bee removal specialists. It's the month where spring begins and bees begin to swarm. This year is no different. By late March swarms began popping up all over San Diego County. While - [Top 5 coolest celebrity beekeepers](https://www.beebestinc.com/top-5-coolest-celebrity-beekeepers/) - Here's a puzzle for you. I'm going to name three famous people. Your job is to figure out what they have in common. Ready? Aristotle. Napoleon Bonaparte. Sylvia Plath. Have you figured it out? That's right! They were all beekeepers! Beekeeping is rapidly becoming a trendy hobby. Increased awareness of the plight of the honeybee has triggered - [Epoxy Foam is not Bee Proofing: Don't do it!](https://www.beebestinc.com/epoxy-foam-and-bee-proofing-dont-do-it/) - One of the more common questions we get here at Bee Best Bee Removal is "How can I prevent bees from getting into my house?". There are many different ways a swarm of bees can enter the structure of your home. The most common ways are through the chimney, vents, attic ventilation holes, and cracks - [3 bee removal jobs that are best performed live](https://www.beebestinc.com/3-bee-removal-jobs-that-are-best-performed-live/) - Live bee removal can sometimes be challenging. In the past, we have written several blogs about the hazards of live bee removal. Although we are usually able to remove most swarms alive, there are several instances where live removal is not recommended. This blog, however, is different. This blog is all about the jobs that should - [Holiday Honey: 3 sweet Christmas treats.](https://www.beebestinc.com/holiday-honey-3-must-have-christmas-treats/) - It's almost Christmas and it's time to get your holiday honey. There is no better way to celebrate the holiday and the New Year! Honey treats come in all types of packages and flavors, but you don't want to miss out on these three treats: The first must have Christmas honey treat is a new twist - [The Price of Bee Removal and why it's NOT Free](https://www.beebestinc.com/free-bee-removal/) - Looking for Free Bee Removal in San Diego County? We get calls like this all the time. We help you understand why it's so hard to find. - [How do you determine the age of a beehive inside a wall?](https://www.beebestinc.com/how-do-you-determine-the-age-of-a-beehive-inside-a-wall/) - So you just found out you have a bee hive inside the wall or roof of your home. "What's this gonna cost me to fix?" is probably going to be the first thought to cross your mind. The cost of removing a hive from a structure is primarily determined by how difficult the hive is to - [Inside the Hive - 24 Hour Live Bees Video Stream](https://www.beebestinc.com/inside-the-hive/) - Ever wanted to be a "fly on the wall"? You know the saying. We have all heard it before. The phrase is applicable to those situations where we wish we were able to witness something we wouldn't normally be able to watch. Well maybe it's just us, but we here at Bee Best Bee Removal have - [How long does it take to remove bees?](https://www.beebestinc.com/how-long-does-it-take-to-remove-bees/) - One of the purposes of our bee blogs is to allow our customers to gain knowledge of what to expect when they have a bee problem. We have discussed what happens when bees land in a tree. We have also written blogs about what happens when bees invade a structure. This blog answers a different question. - [In Memoriam: Beatrice Beck](https://www.beebestinc.com/in-memoriam-beatrice-beck/) - It is with a heavy heart that we sadly announce the passing of a most revered and influential lady, loved dearly by our company. Beatrice Beck, 93, peacefully passed away while asleep on Jan, 9th, 2017. Beatrice was an instrumental part of the early days at Bee Best Bee Removal. When Jeff Lutz first started his - [Why a smoker won't work at removing bees](https://www.beebestinc.com/why-a-smoker-wont-work-at-removing-bees/) - In our previous blog post we discussed some common "bad bee removal" advice. This blog is similar in nature. This post is all about the common misconceptions of moving bees by using a smoker. One of the most common misconceptions about bee removal is that the best way to move bees is by using a smoker. The - [Bad Bee Advice: Don't do it!](https://www.beebestinc.com/bad-bee-advice-dont-do-it/) - This blog is dedicated to giving good advice to people who have bee problems. The fact that you are here reading this, is a good indication that you are likely trying to figure out how to resolve a bee issue. Well you have come to the right place. Included on this website are several blog - [Bees and soda cans: What to do when a dumpster is taken over by bees](https://www.beebestinc.com/bees-and-soda-cans-what-to-do-when-a-dumpster-is-taken-over-by-bees/) - Welcome back dear readers. Thanks for stopping by! It's time again to keep you up to date with what is happening in the world of Bee Removal in San Diego. One thing that seems to be happening a lot this year are bee problems that are super difficult to resolve. Sometimes, the only solution to a bee problem is an - [September Bee News: San Diego ordinances, africanized spread, and the drought](https://www.beebestinc.com/september-bee-news-san-diego-ordinances-africanized-spread-and-the-drought/) - It's the end of the month and time again for the monthly recap of bee related news. September was a great month for bee news. The most exciting news for us here in San Diego is that the County Board of Supervisors approved a new tiered beekeeping ordinance that will make it easier for backyard - [Is it illegal to kill bees in California?](https://www.beebestinc.com/is-it-illegal-to-kill-bees-in-california/) - Every now and then I will get a call from a customer who asks "Is it illegal to kill bees in California?". Usually they ask because another bee or pest control company has told them it is illegal to kill bees in California. This always surprises me because the answer to that question is not - [How to remove a hive from a tile roof](https://www.beebestinc.com/how-to-remove-a-hive-from-a-tile-roof/) - Bees are beautiful, glorious, and beneficial creatures of mother nature. The problem is that sometimes they don't stay in nature. Sometimes they invade our homes. That is when they officially become a pest. So what do you do when bees invade the roof of your home? Below are a few tips you need to know - [What to do when bees enter your home through your fireplace](https://www.beebestinc.com/what-to-do-when-bees-enter-your-home-through-your-fireplace/) - What do you do when you notice bees flying inside your home? It happens all the time, especially when bees decide to invade a chimney. Whenever a customer calls me and reports that there are bees inside their home, the first thing I ask is "Is there a fireplace in or near the room where - [Halloween Special: The Bee Best Pets Play Dress Up](https://www.beebestinc.com/halloween-special-the-bee-best-pets-play-dress-up/) - Hello dear readers. This blog section of our website is usually dedicated to inform and educate people on bees and bee removal. Most of the blogs we post are about the who, what, when, where, and why of everything bee related. But every now and then we throw all that out the window. Sometimes we just like to have fun with - [Illegal Bee Hive Dumping - why unmanaged hives cause damage video](https://www.beebestinc.com/illegal-bee-hive-dumping-why-unmanaged-hives-cause-damage/) - A lot of people find it hard to believe that a company like ours can can stay in business. "Are there really that many bees in San Diego?" is a question we hear all the time. Although it is a seasonal business, the truth of the matter is that the bees keep us pretty busy. Despite - [Can Bees be removed live when inside a Tree?](https://www.beebestinc.com/bees-in-trees/) - Bees love to land in trees. It's one of the most common places where we remove swarms. When a swarm lands on the branch of a tree, it's usually easy to remove and relocate the colony. Unfortunately that's not always the case. Sometimes a live hive removal from a tree can be nearly impossible. Take, - [August Bee News: It's all about the Wasp](https://www.beebestinc.com/august-bee-news-its-all-about-the-wasp/) - It's the first of the month and it's once again time for our monthly recap of bee related news. To shake things up a bit we decided to dedicate this recap to the wasp. Although there were plenty of bee related news stories last month, we couldn't help notice the number of highly unusual wasp - [Bees on construction sites and the places they like to build hives](https://www.beebestinc.com/bees-on-construction-sites/) - Bees play an important role in our ecosystem. Their job is to pollinate, and they are masters at what they do. But what happens when those bees interrupt your workday? It happens a lot. Now most of the time when we get a call for service, it's usually a homeowner calling to report bees at - [3 Requirements Beekeepers must meet to receive a Swarm of Bees](https://www.beebestinc.com/3-requirements-beekeepers-must-meet-to-receive-a-swarm-of-bees/) - Are you one of those people who absolutely loves bees? Are you interested in learning about bee swarms and find bee hives fascinating? Ever think about keeping a hive in your yard someday? If so, you may be wondering how to get started with a swarm of your own. Over the years many of our - [Why live bee removal is not always possible](https://www.beebestinc.com/why-live-bee-removal-is-not-always-possible/) - Working with bees and being able to save swarms and hives is a great feeling. What makes it feel so great? Well for starters we have a bee clinic where we are able to relocate the bees. We are also able to remove most of our swarms and small hives without the use of pesticide. Our proudest moments come when - [July Bee News: San Diego Summer Storm and RIP Burt.](https://www.beebestinc.com/july-bee-news-san-diego-summer-storm-and-rip-burt/) - Last month (July, 2015) was a crazy month for weather. If you live in San Diego, you know what I mean. I'm talking about the mid month summer storm that broke weather records. Because of that storm, California has now exceeded, in July, the average annual rainfall for the year. Finally a small surplus after - [Bee Removal: Odd jobs and funny stories](https://www.beebestinc.com/bee-removal-odd-jobs-and-funny-stories/) - One of the best things about working at a bee removal company is that we sometimes run into strange, odd, and funny situations. While bee removal can be a very serious and frightening issue to deal with for many people, this blog is dedicated to all the strange and zany things we encounter in the - [Why bees are attracted to swimming pools.](https://www.beebestinc.com/why-bees-are-attracted-to-swimming-pools/) - It's summer. Time to grab your swim suit and lounge out by the pool. There's nothing more refreshing than dipping into a sparkling clean pool on a hot summers day. When you can't make it to the beach, a swimming pool is the next best thing. Pools require regular maintenance and upkeep. Checking chlorine levels - [What to do when bees land on a boat](https://www.beebestinc.com/what-to-do-when-bees-land-on-a-boat/) - Bee swarms sometimes find the oddest places to land. Sometimes the colony is just resting and will fly away. Other times they decide to stay and build a hive in the most remarkable places. If you take a look at our YouTube Channel, you will notice that most of the swarms we encounter are removed - [How to determine the cost to remove bees from a wall?](https://www.beebestinc.com/how-to-determine-the-cost-to-remove-bees-from-a-wall/) - Hello readers, welcome to our bee blog! If this is your first time stopping by, you probably have a colony of bees in or on the wall of your home. Maybe you just noticed them in an area you rarely walk by on the outside your house. Perhaps you just saw the swarm fly in and - [Who is the Mother of the hive?](https://www.beebestinc.com/who-is-the-mother-of-the-hive/) - Attention all moms. How will you celebrate Mother's Day this year? Have you gotten flowers, chocolates, or a gift card for brunch yet? If not, don't despair. Today we have a blog, just for you moms, in honor of Mother's Day. Wikipedia defines "Mother" as "women who inhabit or perform the role of bearing some relation to their children, - [At the Bee Clinic: The Bee Transfer Station for Live Bee Removals](https://www.beebestinc.com/at-the-bee-clinic-the-bee-transfer-station-for-live-bee-removals/) - June has just begun and the weather is starting to heat up. Last month in May, the weather was abnormally cool and wet, which was a welcome surprise. We need as much rain as we can get! But with the cold and rain last month also came an abrupt slow down in bee activity. In - [May Bee News: Bee Loss and New Laws](https://www.beebestinc.com/may-bee-news-bee-loss-and-new-laws/) - Yes it's that time again. Time for our monthly recap of bee related news! The biggest news story broke in early May. Thats when the results of a new federal survey was released. The survey, which was partially sponsored by the Department of Agriculture, found that beekeepers lost more than 40 percent of their colonies - [Memorial Day: Bees also sacrifice](https://www.beebestinc.com/memorial-day-bees-also-sacrifice/) - This year you may have noticed a pattern with our weekly blog. Each holiday we try to celebrate its spirit by highlighting a commonality that is shared with the honeybee. On Mother's Day, for example, we talked about the notion of motherhood in a hive. On Earth Day we talked about simple tips to save - [When a bee swarm lands on your car or truck](https://www.beebestinc.com/when-a-bee-swarm-lands-on-your-car-or-truck/) - The fifth of May is just a day away and you know what that means. It's time for Cinco de Mayo! For those not in the know, Cinco de Mayo is a big deal here in San Diego. The actual holiday celebrates of the Mexican victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla on - [Sad Bee News: April, 2015](https://www.beebestinc.com/sad-bee-news-april-2015/) - It's the last week in April which can only mean one thing. It's time for the monthly recap of bees in the news. April has been a heartbreaking month for bee news. Early on in the month came the saddest bee story I have ever come across. It took place in Arizona. A woman went - [What is a drone bee?](https://www.beebestinc.com/what-is-a-drone-bee/) - This blog entry is all about the drone. No, not the flying devices the government is using to spy on you. I'm talking about the drones in a bee colony. For all those who don't know, there are three main castes in every bee colony. There is the queen bee, the worker bees, and the - [How to remove a bee stinger](https://www.beebestinc.com/how-to-remove-a-bee-stinger/) - It's springtime in San Diego. Flowers are blooming and bees are buzzing. Whether you are at the beach, a park, or out in the garden, it's a safe bet that you may come into contact with a honeybee. Springtime is also swarming season. It's the time of year when bee stings are fairly common. Getting stung by a bee is - [Proposed changes to the San Diego County Beekeeping Ordinance](https://www.beebestinc.com/proposed-changes-to-the-san-diego-county-beekeeping-ordinance/) - Last year the San Diego Board of Supervisors began considering changes to the current County beekeeping ordinance. The board is considering reducing the space requirements and possibly opening public lands for beekeeping use. They are considering these changes in order to promote safe beekeeping and protect bees. At the last meeting in October of 2014, The Dept. - [Are Bees attracted to light?](https://www.beebestinc.com/are-bees-attracted-to-light/) - Has this ever happened to you? It's a lovely spring morning and you decide to head outside and start your day. Suddenly you notice a bunch of dead bees on your porch. You don't see any live bees flying, but there are dozens dead on the porch. Later on that night you return home from - [WWII Veteran Survives Bee Attack](https://www.beebestinc.com/wwii-veteran-survives-bee-attack/) - Did you hear about the color changing dress? Of course you did. All of San Diego is in an uproar about it. For those of you living under a rock who don't know about it yet, you can check it out here. For the record, the staff here at Bee Best Bee Removal is equally - [The Dangers of Neglecting a Bee Hive Infestation](https://www.beebestinc.com/the-dangers-of-neglecting-a-bee-hive-infestation/) - What do you do when bees build a hive inside the structure of your home? The best practice is to remove the bees, the hive, and to bee proof the area where bees were entering the structure. The worst thing you can do is ignore the problem in the hopes that it will go away. For some, killing the bees - [What are Straggler Bees?](https://www.beebestinc.com/what-are-straggler-bees/) - Ever heard of straggler bees? If so you may have had a swarm removed alive off of your property. For those not in the know, let me enlighten you. The Cambridge dictionary online defines a Straggler as "a person or animal that is last in a group to do something or the last to get - [Scout bees: look out for the scouts!](https://www.beebestinc.com/scout-bees-look-out-for-the-scouts/) - It's that time of year again. Scouts are on the loose. No, not the girl scouts selling cookies at your local supermarket. I'm talking about scout bees who may be sniffing around your home right now. So you may be asking yourself "What the heck are scout bees?" Scout bees are worker bees whose primary task is - [Freeway Flowers: an early sign of the swarm season.](https://www.beebestinc.com/freeway-flowers-an-early-sign-of-the-swarm-season/) - A few weeks ago, on Feb 2nd, Punxsutawny Phil emerged from his burrow. After emerging, he saw his shadow and predicted 6 more weeks of winter. If it had been overcast, and he had not seen his shadow, he would have predicted an early spring. Well it's been two weeks since Phil's prediction which means we need to - [The Bee Whisperer takes a trip down memory lane](https://www.beebestinc.com/the-bee-whisperer-takes-a-trip-down-memory-lane/) - One of the reasons Jeff Lutz is affectionately referred to as "The Bee Whisperer" is because he has worked with bees since he was a teenager in the late 1970's. Back then Jeff lived in the San Diego community of Linda Vista. When he was 15 he attended High School with a gal who introduced - [How can I tell if bees are Africanized?](https://www.beebestinc.com/how-can-i-tell-if-bees-are-africanized/) - "How can I tell if the bees on my property are Africanized?" We get this question from our customers from time to time. The answer is not always clear cut because wild bees in San Diego are hybridized African bees. You see, thankfully, feral bees in San Diego are not 100% Africanized. That being said, - [Getting ready for swarm season at the Bee Clinic](https://www.beebestinc.com/getting-ready-for-swarm-season-at-the-bee-clinic/) - It's a new year and all is well at the Bee Clinic. For those of you who don't already know, the Bee Clinic is the place where Bee Best Bee Removal relocates 99% of all it's bee rescues. The bees are rehabilitated so they are more docile and less aggressive. You see, many local farmers - [Now that's what I call a Christmas Gift!](https://www.beebestinc.com/now-thats-what-i-call-a-christmas-gift/) - Not too long ago the Bee Whisperer got a call to go out and remove a swarm from a shipping container. The bees were entering though a crack at the corner of a very large wooden shipping container. Everyone thought there would only be a swarm, but it turned out there was a fully established - [2015 may be a great year for the honeybee in San Diego!](https://www.beebestinc.com/2015-may-be-a-great-year-for-the-honeybee-in-san-diego/) - It's January. A new year (and a new bee season) has just begun. The calls from backyard beekeepers requesting swarms are starting to trickle in. The Bee Whisperer is psyching himself up to save more swarms in 2015 than last year. Everyone at Bee Best Bee Removal is looking forward with anticipation at the year ahead. 2014 was - [2014: Our Top 5 Favorite Bee Best Videos](https://www.beebestinc.com/top-5-bee-best-videos/) - The new year is right around the corner. Everywhere you go there are TV shows, radio programs, and blogs on the internet recapping the highlights of 2014. With everyone taking time to reflect upon the past year, we at Bee Best decided to dedicate this blog to last year's bee season. To celebrate the highlights - [3 things you should know about beekeeping in San Diego](https://www.beebestinc.com/3-things-you-should-know-about-beekeeping-in-san-diego/) - Ever wanted to keep a beehive on your property? If so, you are not alone. It's an addictive hobby and it's very easy to become immersed in apiculture. Attend one meeting at the San Diego Beekeeping Society and you will understand how deep the passion runs. Imagine if you will, a large room filled with - [Rain in San Diego is good news for the honeybee!](https://www.beebestinc.com/rain-in-san-diego-is-good-news-for-the-honeybee/) - After a three year drought, we finally got what we have been wishing for...lots of rain! Last week all of California was drenched by a good sized storm, the edge of which reached San Diego County. Although we are not out of the woods yet when it comes to the overall drought in California, it - [What is the best way to remove a swarm?](https://www.beebestinc.com/what-is-the-best-way-to-remove-a-swarm/) - We love to save bees. It's what we do! When we remove swarms, there are a few different methods we utilize, depending on the situation. A lot people think smoke is the best way to remove bees, but in reality smoke is best for established hives...not swarms. So what are some ways to remove a - [Why do bees swarm?](https://www.beebestinc.com/why-do-bees-swarm/) - When people think of bees, they usually think of bee hives. In fact it's very common for a customer to think they have a hive, but in reality they have a swarm. So what is a swarm and what does it look like? A swarm is a cluster of bees comprising of mostly worker bees, - [Brizzy the Bee at the Petco Halloween Costume Contest](https://www.beebestinc.com/brizzy-the-bee-at-the-petco-halloween-costume-contest/) - It's Autumn and Halloween is just around the corner, but that doesn't mean the bees have gone away! In fact a very large Queen Bee was spotted the other day at Petco store #1110 in La Mesa. Her name is Brizzy the Queen Bee. She was accompanied by her Beekeeper/Handler Jeff "The Bee Whisperer' Lutz. - [Bees and Attic Vent Holes](https://www.beebestinc.com/bees-and-attic-vent-holes/) - It's a fact. Bees often enter homes and structures through attic ventilation holes. It's one of the more common places bees enter in order to build their hives. It actually makes sense if you think about it. Once the swarm is inside the attic they can build a hive in a place that is up - [San Diego County Beekeeping Ordinance. Unanimous vote for a Continuance. ](https://www.beebestinc.com/san-diego-county-beekeeping-ordinance-unanimous-vote-for-a-continuance/) - The San Diego County Board of Supervisors met this morning to discuss proposed changes to the current San Diego County Beekeeping Ordinance. The Agricultural Commissioner and County Advisers presented three options of proposed changes to the current ordinance. You can see a summary of those options here: Bee Ordinance Options Members of the Board of - [Emergency Bee Calls - What to do if bees invade your home. ](https://www.beebestinc.com/emergency-bee-calls/) - Working in the office at a Bee Best Bee Removal is sometimes like being an emergency dispatcher for 911. Thankfully I've never had a call involving a fatality, but I do speak with a lot of scared, nervous, and upset people whose houses are being invaded by bees. I have had people trapped in their - [How to light a Bee Smoker: Tips from the Bee Whisperer](https://www.beebestinc.com/how-to-light-a-bee-smoker/) - In my last post I told you all about our Friday Night Live Bee Removal. It turns out we captured some extra footage of Jeff Lutz, The Bee Whisperer, giving advice about how to light a bee smoker. If you do a Google search for Videos on "How to light a bee smoker" you will - [Why we call him the Bee Whisperer](https://www.beebestinc.com/why-we-call-him-the-bee-whisperer/) - Every now and then I will get a call from a customer who asks me why we call Jeff Lutz the Bee Whisperer. It started out a few years ago after Jeff went looking to find a hive inside the wall of a home. The customer had called out several bee companies, and none of - [How is a Bee Swarm different from a Bee Hive?](https://www.beebestinc.com/how-is-a-bee-swarm-different-from-a-bee-hive/) - Can you tell the difference between a bee swarm and a bee hive? If not, don't worry. Most of the customers I speak with on the phone have no idea. Heck, before I worked here at Bee Best Bee Removal, I didn't have a clue either. So why is it important to know the difference? - [Top 5 things you need to know about "Live Bee Removal"](https://www.beebestinc.com/top-5-things-you-need-to-know-about-live-bee-removal/) - Live Bee Removal is term that can be misleading. Depending on who you hire it may not mean what you think it does. You see, technically a live bee removal is when bees are alive during the removal process. It doesn't necessarily mean the bees will remain alive or be relocated to a safe place. - [Bee Removal Video Game](https://www.beebestinc.com/bee-removal-video-game/) - Like a video game, removing a bee hive can be fun and challenging. Every job is different and so is the complexity depending on how hard the hive is to reach and how aggressive the bees are. Recently while editing footage of a live swarm removal, I noticed that one of the clips reminded me - [Crowds gather for live bee removal](https://www.beebestinc.com/crowds-gather-for-live-bee-removal/) - People love to watch live bee removals. It happens quite a lot these days. Not too long ago, Jeff "The Bee Whisperer" Lutz was sent out to remove a swarm from under a table in the middle of a busy outdoor food court at the mall. During the removal, a crowd formed and people began recording - [Who is responsible for removing bees? ](https://www.beebestinc.com/who-is-responsible-for-removing-bees/) - So you wake up one morning and notice a swarm of bees sitting on a tree near the front of your home. Or maybe you take your dog for a walk and notice a hive in an irrigation box along the way. Who do you call? Who is responsible for having them removed? Well according - [News Story: 3 people rushed to hospital after being stung multiple times. ](https://www.beebestinc.com/news-story-3-people-rushed-to-hospital-after-being-stung-multiple-times/) - In El Cajon last night, three people were rushed to the hospital after being stung multiple times while backyard beekeepers were working a hive box. The details of this news story are not yet clear. We don't know if the beekeepers were negligent, or if this incident was an accident. The story serves as a - [Meet a beekeeper - Part 2](https://www.beebestinc.com/beekeping-2/) - It's been a while since I last posted a video that featured a local beekeeper who has received one of our bee swarm rescues. The video below was taken earlier this year. It features Beekeeping Society member John, who owns a small farm out in Jamul. He manages bee hives primarily to pollinate the avocado - [Jeff visits KOGO AM600 and talks about bees](https://www.beebestinc.com/jeff-visits-kogo-am600-and-talks-about-bees/) - As some of you have already heard, Jeff was interviewed by Chris Merrill this morning on KOGO radio AM 600. The topic of conversation centered around three recent bee and wasp attacks in Southern California. For those of you who are unable to view or listen to the interview, here is a recap of what - [Hives under sheds.](https://www.beebestinc.com/hives-under-sheds/) - There must be something magical about outdoor sheds that makes them so attractive to bees. Removing hives from a shed is one of the most common places we remove bee hives. Sometimes they will attach under the eve of the shed. Every now and then they will build a hive inside the shed, but usually - [Another Swarm arrives at the Bee Clinic](https://www.beebestinc.com/another-swarm-arrives-at-the-bee-clinic/) - It is with great pride I present this week's video of rescued bees being dropped at the farm. Due to popular demand we decided to show another swarm being dropped off at the bee clinic. The last video we posted a few weeks ago was great, but the swarm was rather small. The swarm in - [A swarm of bees get a new home](https://www.beebestinc.com/a-swarm-of-bees-get-a-new-home/) - Where do you put the bees? It's a common question we get asked here at Bee Best Bee Removal. It's a question I love to answer! The majority of our swarms and hives are donated to a Co-Op Network dedicated to saving and rehabilitating feral bee swarms, but every now and then one of our - [Bees in Paradise](https://www.beebestinc.com/bees-in-paradise/) - Bee Removal jobs come in all shapes and sizes. Some can be very difficult, especially if the bees are aggressive or if the colony is hard to reach. Others can be fun and rewarding. The video in this blog post is of the fun and rewarding kind. Jeff went out to a home in Pacific - [Friday Night Live Removal VIDEO...what a way to spend a friday night. ](https://www.beebestinc.com/friday-night-live-removal-video/) - I should start off this post by admitting the truth. I am afraid of bees. It's not easy to admit that I suffer from apiphobia. It's embarrassing. I don't work in the field, I'm always in the office, but I work for a company that is dedicated to saving the bees. The technicians in the - [Bees in Irrigation Boxes](https://www.beebestinc.com/bees-in-irrigation-boxes/) - Water Meter Box, Valve Box, Irrigation Box....the thing in the ground with a green or purple lid. Whatever you prefer to call them makes no difference. Bees love to build hives in them no matter what the name! - [Beekeeping on Public Lands in San Diego?](https://www.beebestinc.com/public-lands-for-beekeeping/) - What if there was a place...a public space...where hobbyists and commercial beekeepers could legally place their hive boxes? Imagine what that could do for our native bee population here in San Diego. On June 18th 2014, The San Diego Board of Supervisors began exploring the idea of public land use for beekeeping. Last May, the - [Bee Rehab: Wild bees go to the Bee Clinic](https://www.beebestinc.com/bee-rehab-wild-bees-go-to-the-bee-clinic/) - Wild bee swarm taken to bee clinic. Bees dropped off and put into a hive box - [Live Bee Removal using bee vacuum. ](https://www.beebestinc.com/live-bee-removal-using-bee-vacuum/) - One of the great things about working at Bee Best Bee Removal is that we get to help save the bees here in San Diego. There are a few different ways we are able to remove bees in a humane way. Sometimes we are able to smoke the bees into a box. Other times we - [Hive Savers Live Bee Removal Vacuum](https://www.beebestinc.com/hive-savers-live-bee-removal-vacuum/) - We at Bee Best Bee Removal would like to give a big shout out to our friends at Hive Savers and thank them for helping us get this company get back to its roots....Saving the Bees. The Hive Savers Co-Op was started by Quentin Alexander, who is more than a just a business man. He - [Hybridized (Not Africanized) Bees in San Diego](https://www.beebestinc.com/hybridized-bees-in-san-diego/) - Last Monday night I attended a Beekeeping Society meeting in Balboa Park. 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Feel free to browse around our site ## Portfolio - [Bee Swarm on a Bamboo Fence](https://www.beebestinc.com/photo-gallery/bee-swarm-on-a-bamboo-fence/) - Residential Call: Emergency call for bees that have landed on a Bamboo Fencing in a patio area of a rental home in North Park, CA Toward the evening we got out to this job quickly because the resident had dogs and kids who were in the back yard and didn't want them to get stung. - [Mail Box Bees - Special Delivery](https://www.beebestinc.com/photo-gallery/mail-box-bees-special-delivery/) - Residential Call: Mail man cannot Deliver Mail because bees were flying in and out of a mail box in La Mesa, CA Mail carrier said they wouldn't be able to deliver the mail until the bees are gone. The resident taped off and placed warning signs in front of mail box. In the afternoon, Bee - [Bee Hive with Honeycomb exposed on top of patio furniture](https://www.beebestinc.com/photo-gallery/bee-hive-awith-honeycomb-exposed-on-top-of-patio-furniture/) - Covered backyard patio furniture are very susceptible to attracting bees. It gives them protection from the elements and most people do not move their patio furniture so it becomes a stable environment. In this case it was covered by a tarp and hadn't been removed for months. When we lifted the tarp the honeycomb had - [Small Bee Swarm Inside a Purple Irrigation Box](https://www.beebestinc.com/photo-gallery/small-bee-swarm-inside-a-purple-irrigation-box/) - We were called out by a large South Bay - Chula Vista Construction company, they said a swarm had moved in over the weekend and stopped all work on the site. Due to their timely needs, we were out there within the hour and performed a live removal. The construction company was able to get - [Large Bee Swarm Inside a Tree](https://www.beebestinc.com/photo-gallery/large-bee-swarm-inside-a-tree/) - [Multi Layered Bee Hive hanging from Roof Eave](https://www.beebestinc.com/photo-gallery/multi-layered-bee-hive-hanging-from-roof-eave/) - This was a Church property in San Diego near Navajo road Pest control contractors found this hive during their routine work on the property. They have had several issues in this same area over a period of time. We went out to take a look to see what else may be going on. While they - [Bee Swarm Hanging Above Garden Hose](https://www.beebestinc.com/photo-gallery/bee-swarm-hanging-above-garden-hose/) - This was a neat young swarm. We found them in La Mesa, Ca when a homeowner called us after they saw bee activity coming from a hole on the door of a custom garden tool storage cabinet. We quickly removed all the objects from the cabinet so that we could get a NucBox inside the - [Bee swarm on a metal guard rails](https://www.beebestinc.com/photo-gallery/bee-swarm-on-a-metal-guard-rails/) - This job took place in downtown along the waters edge at the USS Midway near the Cruise ship terminals. A new swarm had just arrived and because they landed on a tourist attraction during the summer time they have to get removed pretty quickly. We used a special bee vacuum to get them safely inside - [Bees in a tree over looking Coronado bridge in San Diego](https://www.beebestinc.com/photo-gallery/bees-in-a-tree-over-looking-coronado-bridge-in-san-diego/) - It's not unusual for bees to appear on a golf course... after all golf courses have plenty of resources for bees. In this case there were a couple swarms and a hive to remove. These bees were located inside of a bush outside the pro shop. At first glance it looked like a swarm, but - [Bee Swarm scattered on a heli-pad](https://www.beebestinc.com/photo-gallery/bee-swarm-scattered-on-a-heli-pad/) - Out in the East County of San Diego we have a neat place called Gillespie Field. It is the largest as well as oldest of our 8 airports in San Diego County. We were called out to one of the hangers to take care of a super swarm. It was an emergency call and we - [Giant Bee Swarm hanging from a tree branch](https://www.beebestinc.com/photo-gallery/giant-bee-swarm-hanging-from-a-tree-branch/) - Usually when business call us they are expecting fast reliable service. We are known for speed of service and live removal. This giant swarm landed inside of a Pacific Beach resort in San Diego, CA. For some it may be difficult to see at first. It was located inside a landscaped area near hotel rooms - [Large Swarm Along the San Diego Skyline](https://www.beebestinc.com/photo-gallery/large-swarm-along-the-san-diego-skyline/) - A large swarm consisting of roughly 5000 bees decided to land near the pool area of a resort in Coronado, CA. This was an emergency call due to the bee swarm being located in a highly trafficked area by the guests of the resort. We arrived within 30 minutes of the call and performed a - [Massive Chimney Hive](https://www.beebestinc.com/photo-gallery/massive-chimney-hive/) - [Full Bee Hive in Tree with a lot of Branches](https://www.beebestinc.com/photo-gallery/full-bee-hive-in-tree-with-a-lot-of-branches/) - [Bee Swarm hanging from Metal Girder on Construction site](https://www.beebestinc.com/photo-gallery/bee-swarm-hanging-from-metal-girder-on-construction-site/) - Bees love to find a place that will support their hive. Metal girders can be one of those places. At the 32nd Street Naval base in San Diego this swarm consisting of around 3,000 bees decided to hangout here for a couple of days. The Navy crew at this site didn't want to disturb them - [Small cluster of bees inside structure closeup](https://www.beebestinc.com/photo-gallery/small-cluster-of-bees-inside-structure-closeup/) - Here's a photo of a bee swarm inside of a plastic pallette at a recycling center in El Cajon, CA. Recycling centers are perfect place for bees to forge due to the soda cans and bottles. - [Bee Swarm inside a thick tree on a sunny day](https://www.beebestinc.com/photo-gallery/bee-swarm-inside-a-thick-tree-on-a-sunny-day/) - This small swarm was tucked in a tree that had thick branches and would have likely built a hive here within a couple of weeks. There was no need to cut the tree to remove the bees. We quickly moved them to a Nuc box and transported them to an apiary. - [Medium sized swarm in tree with yellow flowers](https://www.beebestinc.com/photo-gallery/medieum-sized-swarm-in-tree-with-yellow-flowers/) - This small to average sized bee swarm was hanging low to the ground. This kind of swarm will usually leave within 2 or 3 days due to it's exposure to the elements and it was hanging off a flimsy branch. The property owners wanted it removed quickly due for the safety of people walking by. - [Close Up on a Young Bee Swarm](https://www.beebestinc.com/photo-gallery/close-up-on-a-young-bee-swarm/) ## FAQs - [How can I stop the bees from getting into my house through the chimney and fireplace?](https://www.beebestinc.com/faq-items/how-can-i-stop-the-bees-from-getting-into-my-house-through-the-chimney-and-fireplace/) - We get this question often. If bees are entering your home through the fireplace you can block the fireplace with plastic bags and blue painters tape. See our video in our Expertise section of this website for instructions. This measure will only buy you time until a technician can get to you. It only stops - [Why did bees choose my home, trees or bush?](https://www.beebestinc.com/faq-items/q-why-did-bees-choose-my-home-trees-or-bush/) - Bees will hive in anything that has volume/space protected from the elements. This can include abandoned cars, walls, roofs, old wood, furniture, birdhouses, doghouses, cardboard boxes, etc. After extraction, straggler bees may remain up to one week. - [What do I need prior to a structural removal?](https://www.beebestinc.com/faq-items/what-do-i-need-prior-to-a-structural-removal/) - Structural removals need to be estimated and a written approval needs to be received from the owner or property management company before work can begin. - [A swarm just entered my roof through an air vent hole near the eves. Wont they just go away on their own?](https://www.beebestinc.com/faq-items/a-swarm-just-entered-my-roof-through-an-air-vent-hole-near-the-eves-wont-they-just-go-away-on-their-own/) - Highly unlikely! If bees enter a structure they feel protected and are much less likely to leave than if they are out in the open on a branch on a tree. It is very rare for bees to leave a structure voluntarily once they have entered. If a swarm has invaded your home time is - [There is a cluster of bees in my tree. Can't I just spray it with water?](https://www.beebestinc.com/faq-items/there-is-a-cluster-of-bees-in-my-tree-cant-i-just-spray-it-with-water/) - We do not recommend that. Spraying with water can agitate the bees and they may end up attacking you or others in the surrounding areas instead of leaving. We always try to remove the bees live, and relocate the swarm to a beekeeper or farm. - [A swarm just landed on a branch in my tree. Wont they just go away on their own?](https://www.beebestinc.com/faq-items/a-swarm-just-landed-on-a-branch-in-my-tree-wont-they-just-go-away-on-their-own/) - It depends! If they just landed there is a chance they may leave. Although its impossible to predict what bees will do, the general rule of thumb is the longer they stay there, the less likely they will leave. Its common for a swarm to leave after an hour of landing on a tree but - [Can't I just get rid of these bees myself?](https://www.beebestinc.com/faq-items/cant-i-just-get-rid-of-these-bees-myself/) - We do not recommend you try to deal with this yourself. Handling bees can be tricky. In addition to he proper suits and equipment, knowledge and expertise are required in order to ensure the safety of people and animals in surrounding areas. - [How much do you charge for bee removal?](https://www.beebestinc.com/faq-items/how-much-do-you-charge-for-bee-removal/) - The cost of bee removal varies depending upon a number of factors. There are three main factors that can effect the cost of a job. 1. The first is the length of time the problem has been going on. If you have a swarm it is less expensive to resolve than if you have a - [Where do you take the bees after a live removal?](https://www.beebestinc.com/faq-items/where-do-you-take-the-bees-after-a-live-removal/) - A small portion of the bees we remove live are relocated to beekeeper hobbyists in San Diego. Now that the laws have relaxed for backyard beekeeping, bee enthusiasts are able to manage up to two hive boxes on their property if they meet certain requirements. We also donate bees to Small farms in east county - [Will you be able to remove my bees live?](https://www.beebestinc.com/faq-items/will-you-be-able-to-remove-my-bees-live/) - We always try to remove bee swarms live. The following list are attributes of a bee problem that allow us to remove the bees in a humane way. 1. The bees are not aggressive and in swarm or early hive formation. 2. The bees are easily accessible and are clustered out in the open and - [How do you know if a honeybee is Africanized?](https://www.beebestinc.com/faq-items/how-do-you-know-if-a-honeybee-is-africanized/) - From observed aggressive behavior and through DNA testing. 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