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Bee Removal Melbourne | Bee Swarm and Hive Removal
A bee swarm on the fence or bees going into a wall? Our bee removal Melbourne team deals with swarms and hives, comb and all. Call 0489303099.
- Swarms dealt with before they move in
- Hives in walls and roofs, comb and honey removed
- Swarm removal from $149, quoted in writing
Get a free bee removal quote
Tell us whether the bees are in a cluster outside or going in and out of the building. A technician calls back and books a time that suits you.
- What will it cost?Swarm removal starts from $149 and a colony in a wall or roof from $390, in writing first.
- Is it urgent?A swarm can move on or move into your roof within a day or two, so call early.
- Is it safe for kids and pets?Licensed technicians apply every product exactly as the label directs, and we keep everyone well away while we work.
- Do you cover my suburb?Yes, all of metropolitan Melbourne, from Werribee to Pakenham and Craigieburn to Mornington.
Get a free bee quote
Two minutes. We call you back to book.
We service all of metropolitan Melbourne, for example Doncaster, Werribee, Frankston and Craigieburn.
Swarm or hive: what kind of bee removal do you need?
Bee removal in Melbourne is one of two very different jobs. A swarm is a cluster of bees resting in the open while scouts look for a home; it has no comb and is quick to deal with. A hive is an established colony living inside a wall, roof, chimney or tree, with comb and honey built inside.
A swarm left alone often moves into a nearby roof or wall within a day or two, and then it becomes a hive, which is a much bigger job. When a colony is already inside the building, the bees are treated and the comb and honey are cut out, because honey left in a wall melts, stains plaster, smells and draws ants, cockroaches and more bees.
Honey bees in Melbourne at a glance
| Swarm season | Spring and early summer |
|---|---|
| A swarm is | A temporary cluster, no comb |
| A hive is | An established colony with comb and honey |
| How fast swarms move in | Often within a day or two |
| Why comb must come out | Honey melts, stains and attracts pests |
| Legal status | Honey bees are not protected wildlife |
| Swarm removal | From $149 |
| Colony in a wall or roof | From $390, written quote first |
Signs of a bee swarm or a hive in your home
Where the bees are and what they are doing tells us which job it is, and how quickly it needs doing.
A ball of bees
A cluster the size of a football or bigger on a branch, fence or post, often in spring.
Loud buzzing outside
A cloud of bees in the air, settling on one spot over half an hour.
Steady traffic at a gap
Bees going in and out of one hole in a wall, eave, vent or roof all day.
Buzzing in a wall
A humming sound behind plaster, often louder on warm days.
Bees inside the house
Bees at windows or lights inside, coming from a wall or ceiling.
Stains on the ceiling
Dark or sticky patches where honey has seeped through.
Bees in the chimney
Traffic around the chimney top and bees coming down the flue.
Bees in a tree hollow
A colony living in a hollow or split branch close to the house.
Bee swarm removal before it moves in
A swarm is at its easiest to deal with in the first day or two, while it is still hanging in the open. We assess it from a safe distance, keep people and pets away, and deal with it in the same visit where access allows.
Leaving a swarm to see if it goes away is a gamble. Many move on, but the ones that choose your roof, wall or chimney become a colony, and bee swarm removal Melbourne homeowners could have booked for a small price turns into a cut out.
- Assessed from a safe distance
- People and pets kept clear
- Dealt with the same visit
- Advice if scouts are using a gap
Bee hive removal from walls, roofs and chimneys
When bees are living inside the building, bee hive removal has three parts. We treat the colony, open the wall, eave or ceiling where the comb is, and cut out the comb and honey by hand. Then we clean the cavity and seal the entry point so the smell of the old hive does not call in a new swarm.
Opening is done from inside or outside, whichever does less damage, and we tell you before we start what will need patching afterwards. Bees in wall cavities, chimneys and roof voids are the most common jobs we see.
- Colony treated
- Wall or ceiling opened neatly
- Comb and honey cut out
- Cavity cleaned
- Entry point sealed
- Photos of the work
Bees in the wall? Do not seal the hole or spray the entrance.
Sealing the entrance traps bees inside, and they will find a way into your rooms. Spraying the entrance does not reach the colony and leaves the comb to rot. Keep clear and call us.
Bee removal in four steps
The same four steps on every bee job, whether it is a swarm on the fence or a colony in the roof.
Call or send the form
Tell us where the bees are. A photo helps us plan the job.
Assess
We confirm swarm or hive, and where the comb is.
Remove
The swarm dealt with, or the colony treated and the comb cut out.
Clean and seal
The cavity cleaned and the entry point sealed.
Bee removal cost in Melbourne
Clear starting prices, so you know what to expect before you book. The final bee removal price depends on where the bees are, and you get it in writing first.
Swarm removal
A swarm resting in the open, on a branch, fence, post or eave
Starting fromFinal price confirmed in writing
Cavity colony removal
An established colony in a wall, eave or ceiling, comb and honey removed
Starting fromFinal price confirmed in writing
Complex or height access
Chimneys, two storey walls, large or long established colonies
Starting fromFinal price confirmed in writing
What sets your final bee removal price
- Swarm or hive. A swarm in the open is a short job; a hive with comb inside a wall is much bigger.
- Where the comb is. A single storey wall is quicker than a chimney or a two storey roof line.
- Size of the colony. Long established colonies can fill a cavity with comb and honey.
- Opening and access. Some jobs need plaster, cladding or tiles opened to reach the comb.
- Height and safety. Roofs and high walls need extra equipment and time.
- Repairs afterwards. Patching plaster or cladding is quoted separately in writing if needed.
Is bee removal safe, and will the bees come back?
The two questions people ask before booking bee control.
Children, pets and allergies
Licensed technicians apply every product exactly as the label directs, working in protective gear with everyone kept well away.
If anyone in the house is allergic to stings, tell us when you book so we can plan around them.
Keeping new bees out
An old hive leaves a smell that attracts new swarms, which is why removing the comb, cleaning the cavity and sealing the gap matters.
Sealed entry points are covered by written warranty terms on your job record, explained before you agree.
Bee removal across Melbourne
Bee control Melbourne wide and bee hive removal Melbourne homes and businesses can book 7 days a week. These are some of the suburbs we visit most.
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Bee removal questions, answered
Cost, safety, swarms and hives. Ask us anything else directly.
How much does bee removal cost in Melbourne?
Bee swarm removal starts from $149, a colony in a wall or roof from $390, and complex or height access jobs from $690. The final price depends on whether it is a swarm or a hive and where the comb is, and you get it in writing before we start.
Will a bee swarm go away on its own?
Sometimes. A swarm usually rests for a few hours to a couple of days while scouts look for a home. The risk is that the home they choose is your roof or wall.
Why do you have to remove the comb?
Comb left in a wall or ceiling contains honey that melts in warm weather, stains plaster, smells and attracts ants, cockroaches and new swarms. Removing it is part of doing the job properly.
Are bees in wall cavities a big job?
It depends on how long they have been there. A new colony has little comb; an old one can fill the cavity. We assess it first and quote in writing before any opening.
Are honey bees protected in Victoria?
No. Honey bees are an introduced species and are not protected wildlife in Victoria, so a colony in a building can be removed.
Do you work as a bee exterminator?
Where bees are inside a building, the colony is treated before the comb is removed. We explain exactly what will be done before we start.
What should I do if someone is stung?
Scrape the sting out sideways, wash the area and use a cold pack. If there is trouble breathing, swelling of the face or throat, or a known allergy, call 000 straight away.
Is there bee removal near me?
We cover all of metropolitan Melbourne, 7 days a week. Put your suburb in the form or use the suburb checker on this page and we confirm when we call.
Bees at your place? Let us sort it.
Tell us where they are. We call back, explain the job and quote in writing before any work starts.