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Bees are amazing creatures, who spread pollen from flower to flower, and create delicious honey for people to consume. Many people consider them a nuisance, and live in fear of being swarmed or stung. If you have an infestation that you would like to get rid of, this how to will tell you how to get rid of bees.
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Introduction
- There are a number of different strategies when it comes to getting rid of bees, from using pesticides to bringing in a beekeeper to help move the hive away from your property. This page provides both organic and inorganic methods to get rid of bees. Before you head out to get rid of bees, you will want to don protective gear to keep yourself from getting stung.
Step 1: Determine the Type of Bees
- It's important to determine what type of bees you have. If you have any knowledge of bees, you can determine this information, or you can call in a professional to help you. Different types of bees will require different removal techniques, and in some cases you may need to take extra precautions to ensure that the infestation is taken care of.
Step 2: The Nest
- Before you can even consider eliminating a bee problem, you will need to discover their nest. Getting to the root of that nest will put a halt to the bee infestation. The best time to search for a bee's nest is during dusk or dawn, when the bees form an exit or entrance cloud in front of their nest. You may find nests in the following places:
- Trees
- Hummingbird feeders
- In garages
Step 3: Pesticides
- Over the counter pesticides, like Raid, are often used to exterminate bee infestations. You will want to approach the nest during dusk or dawn, when the majority of bees are in or around the hive.
- Spray the entire area.
- Return to the infected area the next day and respray to kill any lingering bees.
Step 4: Smoking Them Out
- If you are not keen on using pesticides near your home, you may be able to smoke the bees out. At night you can burn wood or paper under the nest to get the bees to leave. When the bees are gone, destroy the nest so they can't return.
Step 5: Hiring a Professional
- There are two types of professionals who may be able to assist you in your quest for a bee free home and yard:
- Exterminators
- Beekeepers
- A professional exterminator will know the ins and outs of getting rid of an infestation safely and effectively, while a beekeeper may be interested in moving the hive to preserve it. If you are conscience about the fate of your bees, hiring a beekeeper is probably the best option.
Conclusion
- There are a number of different ways to get rid of bees, from pesticides to hiring a professional to help exterminate or move the hive. Consider your feelings about extermination before committing to an action. If you are uncomfortable killing the bees, it is best to hire a professional beekeeper to move the the hive for you. It is essential that you suit up, wearing tight, protective clothing to keep from getting stung before you do anything.
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