Bee Removal
Safely Treating Bees in The Greater Corpus Christi Area
Tell Those Bees to Buzz Off!
We recognize the vital role bees play in our ecosystem, but we also understand that a hive inside your walls, chimney, or utility box is a serious concern. A colony on your property can be intimidating and lead to structural issues from honey and wax buildup. We provide a professional resolution to these unwanted guests, effectively clearing the area and ensuring your property is fully reclaimed and sealed against future entry.
Eco-Friendly
We use environmentally conscious products and methods that are tough on pests, not the planet.
Client-Centered
Your peace of mind is our priority. We offer flexible scheduling and custom plans for every home.
Experts
Our certified technicians use the latest industry science to eliminate pests safely and fast.
Identifying Your Buzzing Tenant
The first step in any removal process is accurate identification. Treating a defensive, aggressive wasp with the gentle care required for a vital honeybee is a mistake you only want to make once. To ensure we deploy the right strategy, here are some common characteristics of our buzzing friends, and foes:
Honey Bees: Fuzzy, passive, golden-brown body, pollinator, produces honey, builds wax honeycomb nests in cavities.
Wasps: Aggressive, shiny, narrow waist, bright yellow and black, stings repeatedly, predatory scavenger, builds paper/pulp nests in the open.
The Dangers of DIY Bee Removal
Attempting DIY bee removal is dangerous, ineffective, and expensive. Disturbing the hive triggers alarm pheromones, risking hundreds of painful stings and life-threatening emergencies.
If you fail to remove the hive, melting honey and wax cause structural damage and attract pests like rats and cockroaches. Crucially, residual pheromones guarantee re-infestation, turning the empty nest into a perpetual "Vacancy" sign for the next swarm.
How We Neutralize the Nests
Step 1: The Hive Assessment & Access Plan
We start with a thorough inspection to determine the exact size and location of the hive inside your structure. We use specialized, non-invasive tools (like thermal imaging) to map the nest and honey storage. This precise mapping allows us to formulate the minimum necessary access plan, meaning less damage to your home.
Step 2: Addressing the Colony
This phase requires precision and expertise. We systematically access the cavity to manage the colony at its source. Our team utilizes specialized techniques to clear the bees from the structure, ensuring the entire population is thoroughly addressed. By focusing on the core of the hive, we facilitate a complete extraction, allowing us to move to the next stage of property restoration."
Step 3: Structural Cleanup & Remediation
Following the extraction, we perform a deep cleaning of the internal cavity. Our team meticulously removes all residual biological material, including wax and honey deposits, which can otherwise cause structural decay. We then apply specialized neutralizers to eliminate pheromones and scent markers. This critical step ensures your home is no longer a beacon for future activity or secondary pests.
Step 4: Bee-Proofing & Guarantee
The final and most critical step is exclusion. We repair the structural entry point and seal all potential access points leading to that cavity. This professional bee-proofing is done using durable, appropriate materials to guarantee that no future colonies can occupy that specific space, turning your property back into a secure, bee-free zone.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if I see bees entering a hole in my home?
Do not seal the hole. If you trap them inside, they will find another way out—often into your living room. Also, don't spray them with DIY chemicals; this can agitate the colony and make them aggressive.
How can I tell if I have "Killer Bees" (Africanized Honey Bees)?
You can't tell by looking at them. The only difference is their behavior. Africanized bees are much more protective and will chase threats for longer distances. In Texas, professionals treat every established colony with high caution as if they are Africanized.
Do I need to be home during the removal?
For exterior removals, you usually don't need to be present. For interior removals, the technician will need access to the home. It is always recommended to keep pets and children inside during the process.
When is "Bee Season" in Texas?
In Texas, bee activity typically ramps up in late February (when the bluebonnets and wildflowers start) and stays high through June. However, because of our mild winters, removals can happen year-round in Central and South Texas.
Serving Homes & Businesses Across South Texas
Alice
Corpus Christi
Kingsville
Port Lavaca
Rockport
Beeville
Falfurrias
Mathis
Portland
San Antonio
Boerne
Floresville
Pleasanton
Refugio
Victoria
Wanna Bee Worry-Free?
A hive in your structure is a ticking clock for potential damage and costly repairs. Don't risk a dangerous DIY removal. Choose Elite Exterminating and protect your property today. Click below to schedule your bee removal service!
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Phone
Corpus Christi: (361) 853-8370
Rockport: (361) 729-4776
Texas Toll Free: 1-800-498-8939
Hours
Mon - Thurs: 8:00am - 5:30pm
Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday: 8:30am - 12:30pm
Sunday: Closed
Address
Elite Exterminating's office is located at 2101 Saratoga Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78417.
Service Area
Our team services the greater South Texas area including the cities of Alice, Beeville, Boerne, Corpus Christi, Falfurrias, Floresville, Kingsville, Mathis, Pleasanton, Port Lavaca, Portland, Refugio, San Antonio, & Victoria.