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Bee Trap Outs
Humane, professional solutions for bee conflicts.
The "Passive" Approach
Sometimes, we simply cannot cut open a structure. Maybe the bees are in a historical building, a concrete block wall, or a large oak tree. In these cases, we can do a "Trap-Out."
The Important Trade-Off
Unlike a structural cut-out which is completed in hours, a trap-out takes weeks to be done correctly. That is weeks of honeybees remaining in the location you want them to leave.
When to use a Trap-Out:
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Trees: To save the tree and the bees.
Masonry: Cinder block or stone walls that cannot be dismantled.
Historical Sites: Because of the historical society structural requirements, opening the space where the beehive is located may be unfeasible and/or prohibited.
The 6-8 Week Trap Out Process
1. The Seal Up
We locate every crack and crevice leading to the hive and seal them with silicone or mesh. Bees are smart; if there is another way out, they will find it.
2. Cone Installation & Trap Box
We will install a one-way wire mesh cone over the entry point. Bees can leave to forage, but they cannot get back in. Nearby we will stage a “trap box” loaded with a small queen-less colony, several brood frames and several empty frames. The returning foragers, anxious to unload their goods eventually move into the “trap box.” Guard bees will allow them in because the foragers are bringing in FOOD.
3. The Waiting Game
We will return to check progress every 1-2 weeks. Over a period of 3-6 weeks, the original colony numbers will diminish, and the queen should stop laying eggs.
4. Final Seal
Once flight activity ceases through the mesh cone, the cone and trap box will be removed. and a second, stronger hive will be placed near the entrance of the original hive. The foragers from this new hive will smell any remaining honey in the original location and will rob it out. After they are no longer entering the original location, we will remove the new hive and seal the original entrance. The long game is over.
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