Bees and Wasps

Some Local Species: Carpenter Bee (Xylocopa spp.)
Honey Bee (Apis mellifera Linnaeus)
Hornet (Vespa spp.)
Paper Wasp (Polistes spp.)
Yellowjacket (Vespula & Dolichovespula spp.)

Pest Because: Occasionally invade homes.  Most species will sting humans, some quite painfully.  These stings can be dangerous, even life-threatening, in large numbers or to people with allergic reactions.  Some species can be very agressive.

What You Can Do: Extreme caution is needed when removing a nest.  Please do not attempt to eradicate a nest without professional help.  "Bee traps", especially effective against yellow jackets, can be purchased at your local hardware store.  Under no circumstances should you kill a wasp, yellowjacket, or hornet near the nest!  Many species release a pheromone when killed that alerts the entire nest and causes them to attack.

Our Treatment: Whenever possible, we will work with a professional beekeeper to remove and relocate a nest of honeybees.  Other species are dealt with on a case-by-case basis.