Picture this: you’re enjoying a peaceful afternoon in your DFW backyard when you suddenly notice a steady stream of bees disappearing into a gap under your eaves. With over 800 native bee species calling Texas home, this scenario isn’t uncommon—but it can definitely be unsettling.
Bees are essential pollinators, but having them move into your home is far from ideal. As experienced pest control professionals, we understand the balance between protecting these important insects and keeping your family and property safe.
Before we jump into solutions, it helps to understand what you’re dealing with.
Think of bees like uninvited houseguests who’ve found the perfect vacation spot—your home. Just as you’d want to know who’s camping out in your spare room, it’s important to understand these striped visitors and their habits.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension reports that most bee colonies in our region contain anywhere from 20,000 to 60,000 bees. That’s basically a small town of insects living rent-free inside your walls.
In the DFW area, bee activity typically peaks from March through October, when warm temperatures create ideal conditions for building and expanding colonies. During this time, a single colony can produce 60–100 pounds of honey. Sweet in theory—but not so sweet when it’s inside your home.
Now let’s talk about what happens when bees are left alone inside your structure.
Our service experts regularly see situations where a “wait and see” approach leads to expensive repairs. Wall cavities, roof voids, and soffits can turn into full-scale honey production facilities.
The problems don’t stop with a little buzzing and honeycomb:
Imagine a slow leak inside your walls—not from water, but from honey. Over time, that hidden mess can create serious issues for your home and your wallet.
Gone are the days when bee removal automatically meant extermination. Modern pest control methods focus on safe, humane solutions that protect both homeowners and pollinators whenever possible.
Here’s how we typically approach a bee infestation:
As the saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
The most effective way to deal with bee problems is to stop colonies from settling in the first place. Our experienced team often recommends regular inspections and basic maintenance to keep your home from becoming prime real estate for bees.
Think of your home as a fortress:
Regular checks and prompt repairs can save you from major headaches—and major repair bills—down the road.
DIY bee removal might seem tempting, but it can be dangerous for you and stressful for the bees.
The Texas Apiary Inspection Service stresses the importance of proper identification and removal techniques. Different species require different approaches, and misidentifying them can lead to unnecessary risk or harm.
In the DFW area, professional bee removal typically ranges from $200 to $1,000, depending on factors like:
While that cost may seem significant, it’s often far less than the potential expense of structural repairs, recurring infestations, or medical bills from stings and allergic reactions.
If you suspect bees have moved into your home, the safest next step is a professional assessment.
Contact our team for a thorough inspection of your property. We’ll:
Bees are essential to our environment—but they shouldn’t be your housemates. With the right approach and professional help, you can keep your property bee-free while still supporting these important pollinators in their proper habitat.
By acting promptly and partnering with experienced professionals, you can:
After all, good neighbors don’t have to share the same address. 🐝🏡
