Bee Removal Services

Q. Describe the most common types of jobs you do for your clients.

A. Every job is very unique but generally people call me because they observe bees in a big clump somewhere near their home. I make a determination on where they live and then develop a plan on the best way to remove them.

Q. What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

A. Hiring someone you like that is competent, experienced and has good references is always a smart decision. I'm happy to educate my clients about bees and consider it part of my work. An educated consumer is a smart consumer.

Q. If you were a customer, what do you wish you knew about your trade? Any inside secrets to share?

A. Bee removal is not something that can be done well if it is done fast. Bees are very small and the tools I used, my hands, are large in comparison. Working slowly and carefully is key to the survival of the bee colony. This is why I charge by the job, not by the hour. I will do an excellent job no matter how long it takes.

Q. What important information should buyers have thought through before seeking you out?

A. Structural bee removal is pricey if done by a professional because it is time consuming, requires custom equipment and problem solving skills. Insurance is expensive and the work can be dangerous since it is usually performed on the top of a ladder. It is important for you to hire a competent person with experience and good references. Don't be fooled by people who claim they can do it for less money. Trap-outs really don't work in the long run.

Q. Why does your work stand out from others who do what you do?

A. I am very careful when I work. I am in high demand so I do not want to hurt myself, your property or the bees. My background in constructions enables me to do the least damage when removing the bees from walls or other structural locations. I never use chemicals that would be harmful to humans, insects or the environment. I am interested in relocating the bee colony so they can continue to provide years of service to promote a healthy environment and lot of good honey for human consumption.

Q. What do you like most about your job?

A. Helping save the bees; and knowing that what I am doing for the environment is good is really special. I love helping people and I'm glad to provide a service that is so well appreciated.

Q. What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?

A. Do you get stung? I get stung a lot - more than anyone can imagine. And no, it never stops hurting. It's a really good day when I don't get stung.

Q. How did you decide to get in your line of work?

A. I think everyone likes to eat honey. I noticed my family uses a lot so I took up beekeeping as a hobby. Once I got started keeping bees I saw that I had additional skills that would be beneficial to providing a service to the community.

Q. Tell us about a recent job you did that you are particularly proud of.

A. I've been hired by home owners, apartment managers, school districts, public transportation companies but the more prestigious organization that hired me was the U.S. Department of Wild Life and Fisheries. If an environmental organization is happy with my work - then you will be too.

Q. Do you do any sort of continuing education to stay up on the latest developments in your field?

A. I belong to five beekeeping associations including the state beekeepers. I attend educational meetings two to three times a month. I also provide education to schools, garden clubs and private organizations.