Vergo Pest Control FAQ: Dealing With Bees

What should I do if I discover a bee colony on my property?

If you find a bee colony (especially honey bees) in or around your property, it’s essential not to take matters into your own hands. Do not attempt to spray the bees or use any pesticides—read on to understand why professional intervention is so important.

Can I use spray or pesticides to remove honey bees?

No, you should never spray or use pesticides on honey bees.
There are important legal, environmental, and health reasons for this:

Contamination Risk: Pesticides can contaminate the honeycomb. This contamination can end up in beekeeper hives and ultimately enter the human food chain.
Legal Restrictions: It is a finable offence in the UK to use pesticides on honey bees. There is no legal pesticide registered for use on honey bees in the UK.

What happens if I just leave a bee colony in my building?

Leaving a honey bee colony in place can lead to serious consequences, such as:

Property Damage: The colony, honey, and wax can cause damp, wood rot, and structural issues.
Attraction of Other Pests: Old or abandoned hives can attract rats, mice, wax moths, mites, fleas, wasps, hornets, and other unwanted guests.
Increasing Risk Over Time: The longer the colony remains, the greater the chance of extensive property damage and secondary pest infestations.

Are honey bees dangerous to people?

For most people, bees are only a minor risk, but for those with allergies, the risk can be potentially life-threatening.

Allergic Reactions: Bee stings can trigger anaphylaxis, which is rare but can be fatal without urgent medical attention.
Aggressive Colonies: Large or disturbed colonies may become more defensive and aggressive.

What is the safest, most effective way to deal with a bee issue?

Professional removal is the only safe, legal, and effective approach.

Comprehensive Survey: Our trained experts will carry out a thorough survey and create a bespoke removal plan tailored to your situation.
Safe and Lawful Methods: We ensure both the safe removal of bees and honeycomb, and adherence to all UK legislation and environmental standards.

How do I contact Vergo for help with bees?

If you have a bee issue, don’t wait—let us tailor a solution for you!

Call: 0344 335 0330
Email: sales@vergo.uk

Our expert team at Vergo Pest Control has the knowledge and experience to deal with bee problems safely and responsibly.