Swarm or Hive Assessment
The technician watches the entry, listens to the wall and checks for honey stains to find where the comb sits.
Licensed
AZ Pest Management Division
Insured
Fully Insured
Availability
Open 24 Hours, 7 Days
Follow-Up
Follow-Up Visits Included
What Our Bee and Wasp Removal Includes
Every visit starts by figuring out what you have: a passing swarm, a hive with comb behind it, or a wasp nest. The plan is built around that answer.
Treatment and Comb Removal
A suited technician treats the hive, then opens the wall or box and pulls out all comb and honey.
Seal and Follow-Up
The opening is sealed and the scent masked, then a follow-up check looks for returning bees.
Wasp Nest Treatment
Paper wasp nests under eaves and yellowjacket nests in the ground or block walls are treated and removed.
Understanding Bee and Wasp Removal in Arizona
A swarm is a ball of bees hanging on a branch, a block wall or a patio beam. It is a colony on the move and may leave in a day or two, or it may move into the nearest wall. A hive is bees flying in and out of one spot, like a weep hole, a chimney or an irrigation box, and it has comb behind it. Wasp calls are mostly paper wasps under eaves and yellowjackets in ground holes.
Africanized honey bees live across Arizona below about 5,000 feet. They look just like regular honey bees, but they defend a hive in much larger numbers and chase much farther. That is why every swarm and hive here should be treated as Africanized and handled by a pro in protective gear.
Our Bee and Wasp Removal Process
Four steps, from your call to a sealed and checked entry.
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Call and Clear the Area
Call (888) 752-0103. Keep people and pets inside and do not spray the bees.
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Assess
The technician confirms swarm or hive, finds the entry and comb, and explains the plan and price.
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Remove
In a bee suit, the tech treats the entry and void, then removes all comb and honey.
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Seal and Check
The opening is sealed and the scent masked. A follow-up checks for returning bees.
Tools and Methods for Bee and Wasp Removal
Tools & Equipment
Bee Suit and Veil
Full protective gear so the technician can work close to an active hive safely.
Dusters and Hand Sprayers
Used to place product right at the entry and into the wall void where the colony lives.
Sealant and Patch Materials
Used to close the opening after comb removal so bees cannot get back in.
Methods & Standards
Full Comb Removal
Comb left behind melts, drips honey and draws the next swarm, so it all comes out.
Timing Wasp Work for Dusk
Wasps are on the nest at dusk, so that is when nests are treated for the best result.
When to Call for Bee and Wasp Removal
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A ball of bees is hanging on a tree, wall or patio beam.
What we do: We check where the swarm is and who is nearby, then treat it or advise waiting if it is in a safe spot.
→ The swarm does not get the chance to move into your wall.
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Bees are flying in and out of a wall, box or chimney.
What we do: We treat the hive, open the wall or box, remove all comb and honey, and seal the entry.
→ No melting comb, no honey stains and no scent to draw a new swarm.
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Wasps are building nests under eaves or in the yard.
What we do: We treat paper wasp and yellowjacket nests at dusk and remove them.
→ Your patio, pool area and yard are usable again.
How Bee and Wasp Removal Works in Arizona
Arizona has 2 swarm seasons, spring and fall, and they bring the most bee calls. In summer heat, bees hunt for water at pool edges, drip emitters and AC condensate lines, and they often build hives in shaded spots near that water. At higher elevations, Africanized bees drop off and late summer calls shift to yellowjackets and paper wasps.
Where We See It Most
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Irrigation and Water Meter Boxes
Shaded, near water and rarely opened, these boxes often hide a hive for months.
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Stucco and Block Walls
Weep holes and wall cavities give bees a protected void to build comb inside.
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Eaves and Patio Covers
Paper wasps build their open, umbrella-shaped nests in these shaded spots.
Local Conditions We Plan For
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Spring and fall swarm seasons
Colonies split and send out swarms that look for a new home, often in a wall.
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Summer heat above 100 degrees
Comb left in a wall softens and leaks honey, and bees crowd around any water source.
Common Bee and Wasp Situations We Handle
Problems Solved by Bee and Wasp Removal
These are the problems we see most often with bees and wasps around Arizona homes.
Problem
A hive was sprayed with a store-bought can.
The colony can pour out and chase people, kids and pets nearby.
Our Fix
We clear the area, suit up and treat the entry and void the right way, then remove the comb.
Problem
A hive entrance was sealed shut without treatment.
Trapped bees can chew through drywall and come out inside the house.
Our Fix
We treat first, remove the comb, and only then seal the opening.
Problem
Comb was left in the wall after a treatment.
Weeks later the ceiling stains, ants arrive and a new swarm moves in.
Our Fix
We open the wall or box and remove all comb and honey before sealing up.
Benefits of Bee and Wasp Removal
Getting the job done right protects your family and your house.
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A Safer Yard
Removing the hive or nest lets your family, guests and pets use the yard and pool without worry.
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No Honey Damage
Taking out all the comb prevents melting honey, stained drywall and pests drawn to the sweet smell.
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Fewer Repeat Swarms
Sealing and scent masking make the old spot far less attractive to the next swarm.
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Open 24 Hours
We answer the phone 24/7, so you can report bees near a door or walkway at any hour.
Bee and Wasp Removal Pricing in Arizona
The price depends on what we find. A swarm on a low branch is a small job. A hive that has been inside a second story stucco wall for a long time, with a lot of comb to remove, is a big one. Height, access and whether the wall has to be opened and patched all play a part.
How We Price It
Quoted after an on-site inspection
You get the number on site, before any work begins.
What changes the price
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Swarm or Hive
A hanging swarm with no comb takes less work than an established hive.
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Amount of Comb
More comb inside a wall or box means more time to remove it and clean up.
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Height and Access
Second story walls, chimneys and tight spots need ladders and more time to open and close.
Why Arizona Homeowners Trust Green Ninja
Licensed & Insured
- Arizona Pest Management License — issued by Arizona Department of Agriculture, Pest Management Division
- Fully Insured — coverage on every residential and commercial job
- Label-Directed Treatments — every product applied according to its EPA label
Our Approach to Bee and Wasp Removal
We treat every bee call in Arizona as if the colony is Africanized. That means protective gear, a cleared area and a plan that finishes the job, not just a quick spray. The goal is to remove the colony and the comb, and leave nothing that draws bees back.
- Treat every swarm and hive as Africanized.
- Remove all comb and honey, not just the bees.
- Treat wasp nests at dusk when wasps are home.
- Seal and mask the scent after every hive removal.
Cities We Serve for Bee and Wasp Removal
We handle bee and wasp calls across our Arizona service area. Here are a few places where the local conditions shape the work.
Phoenix
Phoenix sits well below 5,000 feet, so Africanized bees are common, and summer heat sends them to pools and drip lines for water.
Tucson
In Tucson, bees often build hives in saguaro cavities and old adobe walls, along with the usual block walls and meter boxes.
Flagstaff
Flagstaff is high enough that Africanized bees are much less of a concern, and late summer calls turn to yellowjackets and paper wasps.
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to the bee and wasp questions Arizona homeowners ask most.
Are the bees on my house Africanized?
Assume yes if you live in Arizona below about 5,000 feet, which includes the Phoenix area, Tucson and Yuma. Africanized and regular honey bees look the same, and only a lab can tell them apart. Keep people and pets away from any swarm or hive.
Will a bee swarm leave on its own?
Often, yes. A swarm is looking for a home and may move on in 1 to 2 days. The risk is that it picks the nearest wall, chimney or irrigation box. If it is near a door, walkway or pool, or it has stayed more than a day, call.
Why does the honeycomb have to be removed?
In Arizona summer heat, comb left in a wall softens and honey leaks through the drywall. Ants and roaches come for it, and the scent can draw a new swarm to the same spot.
What should I do if someone is stung many times?
Get inside a house or car right away and cover your face. Call 911 for anyone stung many times, anyone with a known allergy, or anyone stung in the mouth or throat. Do not jump in a pool, because the bees will wait for you to come up.
Related Services
Residential Pest Control
Regular home service helps spot new bee activity near walls, eaves and irrigation boxes before a hive grows.
View Residential Pest ControlCommercial Pest Control
We handle bee and wasp calls at businesses, schools, HOA common areas and apartment complexes with foot traffic.
View Commercial Pest ControlScorpion Control
Scorpions hide in the same block walls, weep holes and yard debris where bees and wasps often build.
View Scorpion ControlTermite Treatment
Bee and wasp removal sometimes means opening walls, and that is a good time to check for termite activity too.
View Termite TreatmentTermite Inspection
A termite inspection looks at the same walls and voids where bee comb and honey can cause hidden damage.
View Termite InspectionRodent Control
Rodents and bees both use wall voids and gaps, so sealing entry points helps keep both out.
View Rodent ControlContact Green Ninja Pest Control
Reach out to us for pest control solutions tailored to your needs. We answer the phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Green Ninja Pest Control
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Address
2652 E Hopi Ave, Mesa, AZ 85204
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