Why Bee Removal Is Different From Extermination
Honeybees are protected pollinators, not pests to be exterminated on sight. When you find a hive in a wall cavity, attic, or tree on your Long Island property, MeriPro Solutions prioritizes live relocation over extermination whenever it's safe to do so. Christopher Schenker, our NYSDEC-certified applicator with 30 years in the trade, assesses each hive on-site to determine whether it can be safely removed and relocated intact.
That said, not every situation allows for relocation. A hive built deep inside a wall, an aggressive Africanized colony, or a hive posing an immediate safety risk may require a different approach. We'll always explain our reasoning before we start work, not after.
Signs You Have a Bee Problem
- Visible activity — a steady stream of bees entering and exiting a single point on your home, such as a soffit vent, brick gap, or roofline.
- Buzzing inside walls or ceilings — a low, constant hum coming from inside a wall cavity, especially on warm days.
- A visible hive or swarm — a hanging cluster of bees on a tree branch, fence post, or eave, sometimes the size of a football or larger.
- Increased bee traffic in your yard — noticeably more bees around flowering plants, pools, or outdoor seating areas than usual for the season.
If you spot any of these signs, don't seal the entry point yourself. Trapped bees can chew through drywall looking for a new way out, and a sealed-in hive with no ventilation can lead to melted honeycomb seeping into your walls.
Our Bee Removal Process
1. Inspection
We locate the hive, identify the species, and assess the safest removal method — often using thermal imaging or acoustic detection for in-wall colonies.
2. Protection
Our technicians work in full protective suits and use professional-grade equipment, keeping your family, pets, and property safe throughout.
3. Removal
Where possible, we extract the colony and comb intact for relocation. This also prevents leftover honeycomb from attracting a second infestation.
4. Follow-Up
We seal and repair the entry point after removal and can advise on preventing future hives from forming in the same spot.
Serving All of Long Island
MeriPro Solutions is based in Melville and responds to bee removal calls throughout Nassau and Suffolk County, typically within 2 hours for emergencies.
Common Questions
Will you kill the bees?
Not by default. Honeybees are relocated live whenever the hive's location and condition make that safe. Extermination is reserved for situations where relocation genuinely isn't possible.
How much does bee removal cost on Long Island?
Cost depends on the hive's location and size — a visible exterior swarm is far simpler than a colony established inside a wall cavity. Call (516) 725-0672 for an assessment.
Is a bee removal emergency really an emergency?
If bees are inside a living space, near a high-traffic area, or someone in the home has a bee allergy, yes — call right away. MeriPro Solutions offers 24/7 emergency response for exactly this reason.
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Bees On Your Property?
Christopher Schenker and the MeriPro Solutions team are available 24/7 for bee removal across Long Island.