Apis Mellifera

Bee Removal

Apperance
European honey bee adults vary in appearance based upon their caste and are either worker bee adults, drone adults or the colony's queen. The worker bees are about ½ inch long, yellow and black in color and are covered by numerous hairs on their bodies. Their major body parts are the head, thorax, abdomen, large dark colored eyes, two pairs of wings and three pairs of legs. When viewed from above, the junction between the thorax and abdomen is constricted and gives the adult the look of being "thread-waisted." Another body part on honey bees is the "pollen sac" located on both rear legs. It is used to store pollen collected from plants the adult worker bee visits. Worker bees have a stinger they can use to help defend the colony. Workers are non-reproductive female bees.
Habitat
Bees are common on every continent except Antarctica, and their populations are high in the Treasure Valley.
Activity
Bees are active in the warmer months, and hibernate in the colder months. They get busy pollinating during the heat of the day.

Got bees?


If you have unwanted bees around your home, you can contact a local beekeeper who may be able to remove the bees without killing them. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE THE BEES YOURSELF UNLESS YOU ARE AN EXPERIENCED BEEKEEPER!

Bees are amazing creatures. They're essential to our ecosystem and play a vital role in pollinating plants. But let's face it: most people don't want a hive on their property. There are many reasons why, including the fear of being stung.

That's where Bigfoot Home Services comes in. We can come to your property and remove the bees without harming them. We'll also make sure that the hive is removed safely so that there's no risk of it coming back.

If you have a bee problem, don't wait - give us a call today!


FAQ

Picking the right pest control provider for your home isn't a decision you should make all willy nilly. We are confident that we provide the best service for the best value in the game, and we want you to feel that confidence as well. These are some of the most common questions we hear from new customers.

If you have any questions that aren't answered here, you can contact us through the form below, or by clicking the chat bubble in the bottom right.

Does Bigfoot offer guarantees?
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Absolutely! Our word is our bond, so when we say we'll get rid of your pest problems, we are dead serious about that. If you see bugs between quarterly treatments, don't hesitate to text, call, or email our office so we can get a technician out to you ASAP.

I'm seeing more pest activity since my first service. What gives?
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If you see increased activity after a treatment, that usually means the bugs are freaking out because they know the end is nigh. The products we use have been scientifically designed for the long game. They don't kill on contact, they kill by sticking to bugs and letting them do the dirty work for us. Pests carry the insecticide back to the nest and spread it to the others, effectively wiping out the community, instead of individual bugs.

How long should I wait before requesting a re-service?
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Our top-notch products usually take about two weeks to reach maximum effectiveness. If you have any concerns before or after that two week period, don't hesitate to text, call, or email our office so we can get a technician to your home to check on things.

Why do I need a professional pest control service?
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Hate to break it to you, but that little can of Raid isn't going to cut it. You might kill a wasp or spider here and there, but there's a much bigger picture that you can't understand if you're not trained in the ways of the pest. As a matter of fact, if you kill a few pests, the hive can begin to sense that they are under attack and actually go into baby-making overdrive to offset the onslaught. That's why the products we use take time to spread. By the time the pests notice something is wrong, it's too late. Pest control is based on years of science, testing, and experimentation with products and application methods 1000x more advanced than the can of bug spray you got at Home Depot.

If I enroll in Bigfoot's quarterly pest control program, does that mean I'll never see another bug on my property?
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Unfortunately, bugs have a few million extra years of evolutionary survival skills on us, which makes them tricky little... buggers. It's impossible to kill every last bug, or prevent a single one from coming back. That's why we advocate for quarterly pest treatment: it's simply the best way to be bug-free in the long term. Bugs can still scurry, crawl, or fly into your home at any time, and that's why we offer free re-services between treatments. If the bugs come back, so do we.

Do you treat the inside of my home during each service visit?
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We'll play it by eye, but it's typically unnecessary. 99% of the battle against pests is fought and won outdoors. We hit them hard at the source (outside), then create and maintain a barrier around your home to keep these pesky suckers out of your humble abode. Most of the time, only one of four yearly services will require indoor treatment, but we will always treat indoors if you see pest activity, or if you just want some extra peace of mind. We're not afraid to go the extra mile –anytime, anywhere.

Are pesticides safe for my kids and pets?
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Of course! We get it, pesticides have a bad rap and sound kind scary. You're trying to protect your family, so it would really suck if our products were more dangerous than the pests we're obliterating with them. Have no fear, the pesticides we use are Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved, meaning they've been through a ton of rigorous tests to ensure they are safe for humans and animals alike. But we don't stop there, all of our technicians are highly trained and certified when it comes to the products and methods of application.

Why do you only offer quarterly treatments?
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In our decades of experience, we've learned that one-time services end up being ineffective in the long run, and we don't want to mess with things that don't make your home a happier and safer place. Quarterly service allows us to maintain our Level Five barrier around your home, ensuring that these stupid bugs don't ever make it to the warmth and safety of the indoors of your home.

Why don't you service my home in the winter?
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Long story short, it's (usually) a waste of your money and our time. Bugs are always active, but considerably less active in the winter months, and almost totally inactive outdoors. Don't worry though, we won't leave you hanging. If you notice a pest problem crop up inside your house from December–February, we'll be there to lay the smack down before you can say, "Jiminy Christmas!"

Bigfoot's here for you

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