Bees are pollinators who perform vital functions for the environment, but that doesn’t mean you want them taking over your property. If your home gets invaded by these busy insects, you can call a professional bee removal service, or you can try to prevent an infestation in the first place. Here are some tips to help you keep bees from infesting your property.

How to Avoid Bee Infestation

1. Deter Them From Nesting

Swarms of bees send “scouts” ahead to look for potential nesting sites, and if they find a promising place to build on your property, the swarm won’t be far behind and you may need to call a bee removal expert. To prevent bees from nesting, use caulk, dowels, or metal screen to block up any holes that measure a quarter of an inch or bigger. Take care not to leave lawn equipment and other clutter in your yard on a long-term basis, as they could provide shelter for a hive.

2. Remove Old Honeycombs

If you’ve had an infestation of honeybees on your property in the past, there may be old honeycombs left behind. You will need to dispose of them, because they contain scent pheromones that are meant to attract a new swarm. Honeycombs are often located in hidden areas such as inside a wall or under eaves of your roof, so you may need to remove pieces of your siding or roofing to access them.

3. Eliminate Scout Bees

Bee removal is much easier if you handle it while there are only a few scout bees on your property. By the time a swarm arrives, infestation is already underway, and you won’t have time to seal up potential nesting holes. You can use a vacuum to remove scout bees while they are investigating potential hive sites, but if you try this method, be very cautious and always wear protective clothing to shield yourself from agitated bees. Better yet, call an exterminator who can treat the scout bees and prevent them from relaying messages back to the swarm.

TAAP Pest Elimination has been providing reliable pest removal and wildlife control for homeowners throughout the Rochester, NY, area for over 25 years. Whether you need help with bee removal or rodent control, their team of licensed and insured pest control experts is dedicated to providing prompt, effective service. Call (585) 723-6542 today to schedule an appointment, or visit their website to learn more about their services.