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How do I get rid of a beehive on a backhoe?

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The removal techniques described in this article can be used to relocate or destroy beehives on almost any surface.

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How do I remove a bee hive that is inside the exterior house shingles?

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It's probably best to contact a professional exterminator, since it can be hard to remove the whole hive if you can't see it

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Will moth balls disperse bees from a nest?

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Yes, but some bees may choose to burrow deeper into the hive, so there's no guarantee that it will remove all of the bees.

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There is a bee in one of my rooms what should I do?

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Open a window and watch until the bee flies out on its own. You may be able to wave your arms to encourage it to fly toward the window, but don't swat at it, or it might become agitated and sting you.

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My bee man said that robber bees might eat the honey left in the hive in my vent, is this correct?

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Yes, robber bees will sometimes invade another hive to eat the honey, so they'd certainly be attracted to abandoned honey left in an air vent.

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We found large beehive in wall Any suggestions of how to get rid of it?

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Call a professional to ensure you remove the entire beehive. Otherwise, the bees might return.

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How do I get rid of a beehive under my desk?

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It might be best to take the desk outside before you attempt to remove the beehive.

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Do bees leave the hive during cold winter months?

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As the weather becomes cool, the honeybees gather in a central area of the hive and form a “winter cluster." A winter cluster is much like a huddle you may have seen at a football game, except that it lasts all winter!

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How do I get rid of a bee hole in the ground by my front door?

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Bees in a hole in the ground are probably not honey bees, but yellow jacket hornets. You can be sure of this by observing them from a safe distance before killing them. Make sure of the location of the yellow jacket hornet hole and mark it for locating in the dark, do not tamper with it in the daytime. Two hours after sunset or before dawn, pour 1/2 cup of kerosene into the hole and you are done. The fumes will kill them. In a few days, fill the hole (with mud, concrete, etc.).

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Bees are nesting in our water meter. The city said they sprayed it. How long will it take after the beehive is sprayed for the bees to be gone?

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Usually two weeks but it may require more than one spray. Call the city and let them know that the bees are still active and they can spray again.

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What should I do if the bee hive is stuck between my window?

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Wear protective clothing, use a lot of insecticide, and then kick it out of the window.

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Is it safe to eat the honey from a beehive found in my ceiling?

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It may not be safe to eat the honey, as chemicals from your ceiling could affect it.

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Bees are in our garden and are nesting in a tiny crack between rocks. How can we get them?

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Go to your local garden store and see what is available to get rid of bees or ask a professional.

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What is the best way to remove a beehive from my roof?

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Kick it off the roof. Put a trash can below to catch it as it falls. Everything will be okay afterwards.

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How do I remove a beehive from under a chair by the front door of my home if the bees are aggressive?

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Call a professional if the bees are too aggressive for you to safely eliminate.

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Can I only remove a bees nest at certain times?

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It's best to spray it with insecticide during late evening or early morning, when all the bees are in the hive and resting. The best time of year to eliminate a hive is late winter or early spring, when the number of bees is lowest.

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When is a good time of year to remove a hive?

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A beekeeper can relocate a hive at any time of year. However, the bees are fewer in number and less active during late winter and early spring.

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Bees are nesting at my house terrace. Will its removal bring harm to us?

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No. If you remove it properly according to the directions in this article, you should be fine. If your not willing or able to remove it yourself, call a professional.

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How to get rid of bees under porch?

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If the hive isn't easily accessible, call a professional. Hopefully, they'll be able to access the hive without having to open up the porch.

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What if I cut the branch and ran away and leave them alone till they go?

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This isn't a good idea. The bees will be very agitated and swarm around the area for several days, and will likely set up a new hive close by.

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