During siding installation, you may discover that bees have made their home in the walls, creating a threat to the building and your family. It’s important to address this issue right away before it worsens and the bees damage your home. Here is some advice on bee removal to keep your house intact and to protect your family.

Get Rid of Bees With These 3 Tips

1. Find the Entrance

The bees are getting into the walls from some point on the exterior of the home. They may come through a seam in the siding installation where they will have easy access to the inside of the walls. These insects often squeeze in openings near vents and pipes as well. Watch the bees around the outside of your home and take note of where they seem to disappear along the walls or roof as these spots are likely entrances. 

2. Treat the Areas

You can use insect “bombs” to treat the hives and kill the bees. These chemical mixes put the bees to sleep and are best performed at night when all the members of the hive are inside. Or, add bee “dust” to the openings where they enter. As bees move about, they’ll collect the dust on their bodies and spread the word as they travel that the hive is no longer safe. Soon, the colony members will stop coming back, and you can close up the entrance after a few days.

3. Call a Professional

Hives may be as small as a quarter if they’re just beginning, but can quickly grow to encompass entire walls. Bring in a professional exterminator if you’re concerned that the bees have created a large hive that requires expert attention. They’ll know how to remove the bees without harming them and could even relocate the colony while keeping your home and family safe.

If you’re in need of siding installation after resolving a bee issue, contact Superior Products in Hamilton County, OH. Their experienced team has offered affordable siding for Cincinnati area residents for many years. Call (513) 231-1168 to experience their superior customer service or visit the website for more information on their reliable, timely window, gutter, and siding installation.