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Bee & Wasp Removal — Southern California

A Bee or Wasp Nest on Your Property Is a Sting Waiting to Happen — Don’t Touch It. Call Us.

Disturbing a nest without proper equipment triggers a defensive swarm. Africanized honey bees are present in Southern California and are significantly more aggressive than European species. Dr. Pest removes nests safely — and fully, so they don’t return.

Live bee removal where possible — we work with local beekeepers
Full nest, comb, and honey removed to prevent structural damage
Entry points sealed after removal to prevent re-establishment

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See What’s Hiding in Your Home

Takes 30 seconds. No obligation. A technician will call you within the hour.

Warning Signs

6 Signs You May Have a Bee & Wasp Removal Problem

Not every flying insect is a danger, but these signs indicate an established nest that needs professional attention.

01

Visible nest under eaves or in trees

Paper wasp nests look like upside-down combs. Yellowjacket nests are enclosed and papery. Both should be left alone until treated.

02

Buzzing inside a wall or ceiling

A low-frequency buzzing from inside a wall or ceiling structure indicates a honeybee colony — which can grow to 50,000 bees and cause significant structural damage.

03

Heavy activity near a single entry point

If you see bees consistently entering and exiting the same gap or crack in your wall, fascia, or soffit, a colony is almost certainly established inside.

04

Honey stains on interior walls

Honey from an untreated wall hive melts in summer heat and seeps through drywall. This attracts new pests and causes costly damage if left untreated.

05

Yellowjackets near ground level

Ground-nesting yellowjackets are particularly aggressive when disturbed by lawn mowing or foot traffic. If you see ground activity, avoid the area entirely.

06

A swarm settled on your property

A bee swarm resting on a branch or structure is a colony looking for a new home. They’re typically docile for a short window — but can establish inside your walls within hours.

An Untreated Wall Hive Can Hold 50,000 Bees and Cause $3,500+ in Structural Damage.

When a honeybee colony establishes inside a wall, the comb, honey, and wax must be physically removed — not just the bees. Honey left inside walls melts, seeps through drywall, and attracts new pests for years.

50,000

Bees in a mature wall hive — the approximate population inside a typical Southern California home structure.

$3,500+

Average structural damage cost from an untreated honeybee wall colony (comb, honey, and wax removal + drywall repair).

72 hrs

How quickly a relocated swarm can establish a new colony inside a structure if entry points aren’t sealed.

12+

Years in Business

4,200+

Homes Treated

5

Google Star Rating

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Service Available

Why Dr. Pest

The Dr. Pest Difference

Removing bees without removing the comb and sealing the entry point results in new colonies establishing within weeks. We handle every step.

Full Comb & Honey Removal

Leaving honey inside walls causes it to melt, seep through drywall, and attract new colonies for years. We remove everything.

Live Bee Relocation Where Possible

We work with local beekeepers to relocate honeybees when the nest is structurally accessible — a better outcome for you and for the bees.

Re-Establishment Prevention

Every job includes sealing the entry points used by the colony so the same location can’t be recolonized.

How We Work

Our Bee & Wasp Removal Process

Every job follows the same four steps — no shortcuts, no guesswork.

01

Species Identification

We identify the exact species — honeybee, yellowjacket, paper wasp, mud dauber — because each requires a different removal approach.

02

Safe Removal

Honeybees removed live where structurally accessible, connected to local beekeepers where possible. Wasps and yellowjackets treated and removed.

03

Full Nest & Comb Removal

Complete removal of nest, honeycomb, and any wax or honey from wall cavities to prevent structural damage and future attraction.

04

Entry Point Sealing

All access points sealed after removal so new colonies cannot re-establish in the same location.

Real Customers

What Southern California Homeowners Say

Mike Martinez

Pablo is the best! Always on time and gets the job done in a timely manner.

Martha Moreland

Pablo was professional and courteous. He explained what he needed to be done. He sprayed inside and outside and was detailed in getting rid of the spider webs…

Joy Lesser

Pablo was not only throrough, but courteous as well, making sure everything was done to my liking.

Mark Nixon

Erik did a very good job. We are pleased to have him as our regular representative.

Alice Cavanaugh

Thank you!

Mark Coria

Very prompt, knowledgeable & professional

Our Pest Control Service Area

Anaheim
Anaheim Hills
Carson
Cerritos
Cypress
El Segundo
Fullerton
Garden Grove
Hawthorne
Hermosa Beach
Huntington Beach
Irvine

La Habra
La Mirada
Lakewood
Lomita
Long Beach
Los Alamitos
Manhattan Beach
Newport Beach
Orange
Palos Verdes
Palos Verdes Estates
Placentia

Rancho Palos Verdes
Redondo Beach
Rolling Hills
San Pedro
Santa Ana
Seal Beach
Signal Hill
Torrance
Tustin
Villa Park
Westminster
Yorba Linda

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Ready to Take Back Your Home?

Our team is standing by. Same-day slots are limited — the earlier you call, the sooner we’re there.

🛡️ Our Service Guarantee

If pests return between scheduled visits, we come back and re-treat at zero additional cost. That’s our promise — in writing, on every service agreement.

See What’s Hiding in Your Home

Takes 30 seconds. No obligation. A technician will call you within the hour.

FAQs

Common Questions

Can you remove bees without killing them?

Yes, when the nest is structurally accessible. We work with local beekeepers to relocate live honeybee colonies whenever possible. Yellowjackets and wasps typically cannot be relocated and require treatment.

How do I know if it’s honeybees or yellowjackets?

Honeybees are fuzzy, golden-brown, and typically docile unless provoked. Yellowjackets are smooth, yellow and black, and more aggressive. Both require professional removal — but the approach differs significantly.

Are Africanized bees in Southern California?

Yes. Africanized honey bees are established in Southern California and look identical to European honeybees. They are significantly more defensive and respond to disturbance in larger numbers. Never attempt to remove a bee nest yourself.

What happens if I leave a wall hive untreated?

The colony can grow to 50,000+ bees. When they eventually die, the honeycomb melts, seeps through drywall, and attracts beetles, moths, and future bee colonies for years.

Will bees comeback after removal?

If the entry points are sealed and all comb is removed, the same location won’t be recolonized. We include sealing as part of every removal.

How quickly can you respond to a bee emergency?

We offer same-day response for bee and wasp emergencies. Call before noon for the best chance of same-day service.