How to Perform a Bee Nest Removal

A beehive removal can be dangerous if you do not take precautions.

To perform a bee nest removal can be a moderately challenging task. You must be very cautious when doing so. A beehive removal can be dangerous. Fortunately, with the right cautionary steps, you can safely perform the task in as little as 3 days time with the right gear and pesticides.

Instructions

1. Gather items to prepare for the bee nest removal. You will need to retrieve some old clothing that covers your arms and legs for protection. Also, find or purchase a ski mask and some eye goggles for face and eye protection. Use thick work boots that lace up and gloves to protect your hands during a beehive removal. Use duct tape and cover any seams where bees can get under your clothing. This precautionary step may seem silly, but angry bees are not something to not take lightly! They can seriously injure or even kill you!

2. Buy a pest spray that is specific for a bee nest removal. The beehive removal sprays can be found at most grocery stores and department stores. Look for products that state that they are specific for bees. Other pest sprays may not work for a bee nest removal.

3. Wait until dark for a bee nest removal. All bees will travel back and hunker down for the night. It is a must that you wait until dark or else you will not kill all of the bees; and thus, your beehive removal plan will not work. It is also advised that you wait until a chilly, cold night because bees become sluggish during those times.

4. Stand away from the target area per the instructions on the pest spray for a bee nest removal. Usually these types of manufactured goods will include how far they are able to shoot out from the specific area that you are treating to kill the bees. Spray the bee nest removal product onto the bee's home and thoroughly drench it. Leave the area as soon as possible. These insects can become very aggressive in a short amount of time during a beehive removal.

5. Observe the following day from a distance if your bee nest removal plan has worked. Make note if you see any activity such as the insects flying around their home.

6. Repeat the treatment the following night to make sure that your bee nest removal plan worked. Before repeating the beehive removal treatment, stand from a distance with a flashlight and make sure that there are no bees flying around and then re-spray their home.

7. To actually perform a beehive removal, wait until you have completed two full pesticide treatments for two nights. Observe once again if there are any bees flying around. Put your bee nest removal gear back on and then take a broom out and knock it down. Drench it in water, burn it, or smash it with your boots. Use soap and water to clean up residue from the pesticide spray if any is present on your house.

Tips & Warnings

• Night time and chilly weather work best for a beehive removal.

• Be cautious during your bee nest removal. You can also have someone stand from a distance and watch for the insects while you spray.