Once a colony has lived in a wall or roof, the smell of wax and honey can draw new swarms to the same spot, sometimes the very next spring. Bee proofing means finding the gaps bees use to get in and closing them off so the space is less inviting. It suits Hamilton homes that have had bees before, and homes with a lot of open gaps in older timber or brick.
When you call, we ask where bees have been in the past, the age and style of the home and whether you have noticed new activity. We give you upfront pricing and book a nearby independent crew.
At the visit, the crew walks the outside of the house and checks the roof line, eaves, vents, weep holes and pipe entries. They look for gaps as small as a pencil, as that is all bees need. They then explain which gaps they suggest closing and what they would use, such as mesh, filler, sealant or new flashing. The crew only proofs areas where there are no active bees, so if they find a live nest, they talk you through that first.
- Gaps under roof sheets and ridge caps
- Eaves, soffits and fascia joins
- Wall vents and weep holes fitted with mesh
- Pipe and cable entry points sealed
- Old nest entry holes closed off
Bee proofing works well straight after a hive job, once the cavity has been cleaned. It can also be booked on its own before swarm season, when bees start scouting for new homes in late winter. To book bee proofing in Hamilton, call 07 3543 7772.
