Professional Bee Nest Removal

At JG, we love bees! We do everything we can to remove bees without harming them - this goes for bumble bees too. However, if bumble bees are in an inaccessible area, they may unfortunately need to be destroyed.

As for honey bees, on the rare occasion and as a last resort, they may be exterminated. This is usually only when the areas are inaccessible and the bees pose a serious risk to health.

JG Pest Control provides same-day response and emergency bee nest removal in evenings and on weekends across many parts of the UK, leaving you free of bees and the inconvenience they bring.

Signs You Have a Bee Problem

High Bee ActivityLarge numbers of bees in close proximity to your property would indicate a nest nearby
Bees Entering PropertyBees flying in and out of a gap in brickwork, soffit, roof, or chimney stack
SwarmingThousands of bees clustered in one area - they begin to cause problems when they swarm
Buzzing in WallsAudible buzzing from inside a wall cavity, chimney or roof space, indicating an established colony
Hive in CavitiesIf bees have built their hive in wall cavities, roof soffits or around the home, professional removal is needed
Honey SeepageHoney seeping through ceilings or walls from a large established colony - this can destroy plasterboard and cause damp

Important Information About Bees

If you are in close proximity to a nest or swarm, you are likely to be seen as a threat and stings can be expected. We recommend bee nest removal as early as possible. When bees decide to swarm or nest in your cavity walls, bushes, and roof soffits, it really is a good idea to call the professionals.

There are many different species, and misconceptions associated with them. While bees are not a legally protected species in the UK, JG Pest Control always attempts to rehome and relocate bees wherever possible. Even so, if they are proving to be a risk to health in the home or office, they must be either removed or, if access is difficult, exterminated.

JG Pest Control will always attempt to re-home swarms and remove bumble bee nests without harming the insect. However, this is not always possible.

Professional Bee Nest Removal

  • Fully trained in pest control and experienced bee keepers
  • Able to remove infestations including physical removal of swarms and hives
  • Effective eradication methods for non-protected species that have become a pest
  • Same-day service guaranteed

Removing Bees From Your Property

  • Never attempt to remove bees yourself - stings can cause severe reactions and anaphylactic shock
  • Swarm and nest removal - swarms are physically removed without harming the bees and re-homed
  • Hive removal - honey comb nests must be removed to prevent attracting other pests and causing damp
  • Extermination as last resort - powder or spray applied to entry points when access is not possible

Why Hives Must Be Removed

  • The honeycomb is made up of sugars that attract ants, flies, and other pests
  • Left in a cavity or ceiling, it will rot and cause secondary infestations
  • Honey can destroy plasterboard ceilings and cause damp problems
  • Hive removal is more involved than standard removal but prevents bigger problems

Ethical Bee Removal

JG Pest Control is now working with Beegone Live Bee Removal, one of the UK's leading ethical bee removal specialists, to offer a complete range of live honeybee services nationwide. Together, we provide:

Live Honeybee and Comb Removal - Safe, humane relocation of bee colonies and full removal of hive structures from walls, chimneys, roofs, and more.

Honeycomb Removal and Remedial Works - Prevent long-term damage and reinfestation with thorough honeycomb clearance and expert repair services.

Thermal Imaging and Drone Surveys - Cutting-edge detection technology to locate hidden bee colonies with precision.

Site Consultations and Survey Reports - Professional on-site assessments to plan safe and legal removal, especially for sensitive or complex cases.

We are committed to preserving bees while protecting your property. Contact us today to arrange a survey or speak with our bee removal experts.

Pictured: Beegone's managing director Peter Higgs showing honeybees to the late Queen Elizabeth II. Photo courtesy of Beegone.

Peter Higgs of Beegone Live Bee Removal showing honeybees to Queen Elizabeth II