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Mohave Valley / Wall removal / 2026-08-14
Bee Removal from Stucco Wall in Mohave Valley
In Mohave Valley, a large bee hive was discovered inside a stucco wall of a garage, with bees entering and exiting through damaged stucco around a PVC pipe. Our team performed a safe removal and relocation of the bees, followed by repairs to the wall. Learn more below
Lake Havasu City / Inspection / 2026-07-23
Bee Inspection of Stucco Block Wall in Lake Havasu City
In Lake Havasu City, a homeowner contacted us after being alerted to a beehive on their property. Our thorough inspection revealed a large established colony within a stucco block wall, and we developed a plan to safely remove the bees. Learn more below
Mohave Valley / Inspection / 2026-07-21
Bee Inspection of Stucco Wall in Mohave Valley
Our team conducted a thorough inspection of a stucco wall in Mohave Valley, where a large hive was discovered behind a plumbing penetration. The hive extended from the top to approximately three and a half feet from the bottom, Learn more below
Lake Havasu City / Inspection / 2026-07-15
Bee Inspection of Stucco Column in Lake Havasu City
Our team inspected a stucco column in Lake Havasu City where bees were entering and exiting, revealing a large active colony inside. The colony had experienced a partial hive meltdown due to extreme temperatures, requiring additional remediation. Learn more below
Fort Mohave / Inspection / 2026-07-13
Bee Inspection of Tile Roof in Fort Mohave
In Fort Mohave, a homeowner discovered bees entering their living space through ceiling or wall fixtures. Our team conducted a thorough inspection and identified the root cause of the issue. Learn more below
Needles, CA / Crawl Space / 2026-07-09
Bee Removal from Stucco Home Crawl Space in Needles, CA
In Needles, CA, we removed a small bee colony from the crawl space of a stucco home. The bees had gained access through a small gap around the access panel. Learn more below
Topock / Water Meter Box / 2026-07-08
Bee Removal from Water Meter Box in Topock, Arizona
In Topock's Golden Shores community, a small bee colony took over a water meter box, requiring careful removal to prevent further damage. Our team successfully relocated the bees and restored the box to working order. Learn more below
Mohave Valley / Inspection / 2026-07-07
Bee Inspection in Mohave Valley Shed
Our team recently performed an inspection for a possible bee colony underneath the floor of a shed in Mohave Valley, near Fort Mohave. We found that bees had colonized under the plywood floor, a common issue in this area. Learn more below
Laughlin / forced abscond / 2026-07-05
Laughlin Bee Removal from Stucco Wall
A medium-sized bee colony was removed from a stucco wall in Laughlin using a forced abscond method. The bees had gained access into a large open void behind a window bump out and were successfully gathered and relocated.
Bullhead City / swarm / 2024-07-24
Bee Swarm Removal in Bullhead City
A recent bee swarm removal in Bullhead City involved a palo verde tree in a residential front yard. Our team safely transferred the bees to a new home. Learn more below
Lake Havasu City / swarm / 2024-07-24
Lake Havasu City Mobile Home Swarm Removal
In Lake Havasu City, a swarm of bees clustered under a mobile home in a beachfront community. Our team successfully removed the swarm before it gained access into the structure. Learn more below
Lake Havasu City / Removal / 2024-05-18
Lake Havasu City Bee Removal from Construction Equipment
In Lake Havasu City, a medium-sized bee colony was found thriving inside the boom channel of a lift truck. Our team safely removed the bees, ensuring the equipment could be returned to service. Learn more below
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In Mohave Valley, a homeowner called us to remove a swarm of bees from their Mulberry tree. Our team safely relocated the colony, highlighting the importance of prompt action when dealing with bee infestations. Learn more below
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A homeowner in Bullhead City contacted us about bees entering and exiting their garage wall near a light fixture. Our team performed a thorough inspection to identify the colony's location and provided a removal quote. Learn more below
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In Fort Mohave, a homeowner noticed bees entering and exiting their stucco wall near the HVAC equipment. Our inspection revealed that the line set penetrations were not properly sealed, allowing access to the wall cavity. Learn more below
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In Fort Mohave, we removed a thriving bee colony from a ground box, returning the box to proper service. The bees had built a significant amount of comb, but our team successfully removed all the bees and comb. Learn more below
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In Bullhead City, a medium-sized bee colony was found under a couch stored outside on a utility trailer. Our team safely removed the bees and treated the area, Learn more below
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In Bullhead City, a small bee colony was discovered under a wooden porch deck, entering through a small gap in the decorative fascia. Our team carefully removed the fascia and sideboards to access the hive. Learn more below
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We safely removed a bee swarm from a beautiful flowering tree in a Mohave Valley front yard, protecting the homeowners and preventing potential problems. Learn more below
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In Bullhead City, a homeowner requested an inspection when bees were seen entering and exiting a small gap between stucco and wood. Our team conducted a thorough inspection, utilizing thermal scans, and found that the bees were actually Carpenter bees that had not colonized. Learn more below
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In Bullhead City, a swarm of bees landed on a stucco column and made their way inside through gaps at the top. Our team performed a stucco cut out to access and remove the hive, and then repaired the damage. Learn more below
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In Bullhead City's Fox Creek area, a homeowner caught a potential bee issue early, noticing scout bees entering a gap in their stucco garage wall. Our inspection revealed a prime location for colonization but no established colony. Learn more below
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In Fort Mohave, a medium-sized bee colony was found in a mulberry tree, highlighting the importance of responsible bee removal. The bees had colonized the tree, creating a complex network of comb within its hollows. Learn more below
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A recent inspection in Fort Mohave's Los Lagos area revealed an unexpected bee hive location in a stucco garage, highlighting the importance of thorough inspections. The bees had entered through stucco damage on the exterior soffit but built their hive in the garage attic. Learn more below
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