Bees are essential to our environment, but when they start making themselves at home in your yard, roofline, or walls, it's time to take action. While occasional sightings are normal, certain patterns of behavior could indicate an infestation that requires professional bee control. Acting early can help you avoid property damage, stings, and stress while preserving these important pollinators.

1. Notice Increased Bee Activity

A few bees in the garden are harmless, but frequent buzzing around entryways, eaves, or other parts of your home could mean something more serious. Bees are most active when conditions are right. According to Bee Culture, they typically fly when temperatures are above 54 degrees and winds aren't too strong. If you're consistently seeing large numbers of bees under these conditions, there's likely a hive nearby that may require bee control services. Continued activity in a single area for more than a few days is another red flag.

2. Spot a Swarm on Your Property

Swarming is a natural part of the reproductive cycle for many bee species, especially honey bees. A swarm looks dramatic, often appearing as a dense cloud of bees or a clump hanging from a tree or fence. While swarming bees are usually docile, having them settle in your yard can be unsettling and even hazardous for those with allergies. A bee control specialist can safely relocate the swarm without harming the bees, keeping both your property and the pollinators protected.

3. Discover a Nest in or Around Your Home

If you observe bees going in and out of a small hole in a wall, vent, or siding, you may have a full nest behind it. Nests can cause structural damage over time and may house aggressive bee varieties such as Africanized honeybees. Proper bee control includes removing the nest and sealing off the space to prevent reentry. Avoid DIY approaches, as disturbing a nest can quickly escalate into a dangerous situation for you or your family.

Bees belong in gardens and meadows, not inside your walls or roof. If you notice heavy bee activity, swarms, or signs of nesting, it's time to give us a call. At Bee Control Northwest, Inc, we specialize in safe, effective bee control for honey bees, bumble bees, wasps, yellow jackets, and hornets. Licensed in Oregon, we offer free phone estimates, available warranties, and years of experience handling bee issues just like yours. Let us help protect your home and give bees a better place to thrive.