Bee Removal From Structures
Guidance for the property owner/manager in dealing with bee colony removal
The swarm hotline deals with swarms, exposed clusters of bees looking for a home. These bees can amass on tree branches, fire hydrants, and even the sides of buildings while they try to figure out where they will be moving to. Swarms need prompt intervention. Bees in structures are a wholly different problem, requiring a unique skill set and additional equipment for their safe removal.
Apis Rescue does not do removals from structures.
Commercial Removal Firms
In 2018, we trained members of Black Diamond Pest Controls staff in live bee removal. They are a fully licensed and insured pest control company and can legally handle any pest condition encountered, including yellow jackets. They only do live removals of bee colonies and do not spray bee colonies. They do not perform repairs. They can be reached at (812) 944-0453
Independent Removal Contractors
There are a number of independent owner-operator contractor-type operations that also provide cut-out services. These operations are not licensed sprayers and are often cheaper, but not as robustly insured.
Owner-operators generally do not carry workmen's compensation coverage (owners are allowed to ‘self-insure’). Contractors injured on an individual client’s personal property are usually their own problem, while injuries incurred on business property are subject to different liability rules.
Apis Rescue does not check insurance status or licensing compliance. Understand the risks and limitations: Buyer beware
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Dave Handsbury
Cell 618-615-1833
davehandsbury@yahoo.com
Location -Louisville area
I have been doing in the honeybees removals for around seven years. I have been a residential carpenter for over 25 years. With this experience I no how residential homes are built. I try to make removals as affordable as possible
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Ernie Sharp
502-460-3609
Sharpbees@gmail.com
Location -Central KY
I am a fully insured 30 year carpenter and 15 year bee removal specialist. I don't do this "on the side," this is my full time business. References are available upon request. I not only do the live removal of the hive but also repair and seal the problem area.
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Mike Hofelich
(502) 235-5706
mikehofelich@yahoo.com
Fern Creek area
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Howard Sparkman jr
(502) 643-0530
jrsparkman22@gmail.com
I’m a licensed and insured nuisance wildlife control operator and have the equipment to do cut outs. I do not use any type of spraying or lethal methods with honeybees