A bee swarm is a large cluster of bees hanging in the open, often from a branch, fence post, eave, gutter or even a parked car. It can look alarming, but it is a normal part of how honey bee colonies spread. In Hamilton, swarm calls rise from late winter into early summer, when gardens are in flower and hives are growing.
A swarm may rest for a few hours or a couple of days while scout bees look for a new home. The worry is that the home they choose is your wall cavity, roof space or the gap under the floor. Once they move in and start building comb, the job gets bigger and usually costs more. That is why many people call as soon as they see a cluster forming.
When you ring, we ask how high the swarm is, what it is hanging from and how long it has been there. We give you upfront pricing and book a nearby independent crew, same-day or next-day where the run allows. On site, the crew checks the cluster and the access, explains the options for that swarm and gets your okay before starting. If the swarm has already moved into a wall or roof by the time they arrive, they talk you through what that means for the job and the price.
- Swarms on trees, shrubs and fences
- Clusters on eaves, gutters, poles and cars
- Swarms in play equipment and outdoor furniture
- Access checked and options explained on site
- Upfront pricing before the visit
While you wait, keep children and pets inside, do not spray or hose the cluster and keep a clear path for the crew. To book swarm removal anywhere around Hamilton, call 07 3543 7772.
