Safe Honey Bee Removal & Relocation in Mumbai

Honey Bees (Protected)

Appearance: Fuzzy brown/golden body, orange-yellow stripes, 12-15mm long

Behavior: Non-aggressive unless threatened, dies after stinging, lives in organized colonies

Nests: Wax honeycombs in cavities (walls, trees, boxes), thousands of bees per hive

Our Service: Live removal and relocation to beekeepers, hive preservation when possible

Importance: Critical pollinators for crops, ecosystem, food security - must be protected

Wasps & Hornets (Aggressive)

Appearance: Smooth, shiny body, narrow waist, bright yellow/black, 15-25mm

Behavior: Aggressive defenders, can sting multiple times, attack in groups

Nests: Paper-like nests, hanging from eaves/trees, or underground

Our Service: Safe removal and extermination (not protected species)

Danger: More aggressive than bees, higher sting risk, medical emergency potential

How to Identify Your Problem

Honey Bees: Fuzzy appearance, flying to/from single location, visible wax combs, honey smell

Wasps: Smooth body, aggressive behavior, paper nest, no honey

Not Sure? Send us a photo for identification before we dispatch technician

Safety: Do NOT disturb nest, avoid swatting, keep children/pets away, call professionals

Assessment & Safety Setup

Inspect hive location, size, accessibility. Establish safety perimeter, inform neighbors, prepare protective equipment. Identify queen bee location (critical for successful relocation).

Bee Calming & Smoke Application

Use smoker to calm bees (triggers honey consumption, reduces aggression). Gentle approach minimizing stress to colony. Work during cooler hours when bees less active.

Live Hive Removal

Carefully extract honeycomb with bees intact. Transfer queen and worker bees to transport box. Preserve brood (larvae) and honey when possible for colony survival.

Relocation to Beekeeper

Transport colony to registered beekeeper or safe rural location. Ensure hive establishment with food/water. Coordinate with beekeeping associations for proper rehabilitation.

Site Cleanup & Sealing

Remove all honeycomb, wax, honey residue (attracts new swarms). Clean area thoroughly. Seal entry points preventing future hive establishment.

Prevention Guidance

Seal cracks, gaps, cavities in walls/roofs. Remove attractants. Install screens. Provide recommendations preventing future bee attraction to property.

Building Structures

Wall cavities, ceiling spaces, air conditioning units, ventilation ducts, behind electrical boxes, water meter boxes

Residential Areas

Balconies, terraces, window frames, under staircases, storage rooms, attics, behind shutters, garden sheds

Outdoor Locations

Tree branches, bushes, compound walls, parked vehicles, outdoor furniture, letterboxes, bird boxes

Swarm Removal

₹2,000 - ₹3,500

• ✓ Temporary bee clusters
• ✓ Hanging from branches/walls
• ✓ No established comb
• ✓ Quick removal (1-2 hours)
• ✓ Live relocation included

Established Hive

₹4,000 - ₹8,000

• ✓ Built honeycomb structure
• ✓ Accessible location (wall/tree)
• ✓ Colony extraction
• ✓ Comb removal & cleanup
• ✓ Entry point sealing

Complex Removal

₹8,000 - ₹15,000

• ✓ Inside walls/ceiling
• ✓ Requires structural access
• ✓ Large/multiple colonies
• ✓ Height work/scaffolding
• ✓ Repair work coordination