Not every bee problem is on the house. In North Lakes, bees also move into hollow trees, old stumps, thick hedges and branches in the backyard. Big old gums along the edges of parks and bush corridors are common spots. A tree colony may not bother anyone for a while, but it can become a problem when it sits near a path, a play area, a pool or a neighbour's fence.
Some people spot a swarm hanging from a branch and hope it will leave. Often it does, but if the bees are going in and out of a hollow day after day, they have likely settled and started building comb inside. A steady stream of bees in the morning and late afternoon is a good sign they live there. Tell us what you can see when you call and we will give you upfront pricing.
The crew we book looks at the tree, how high the bees are and how the hollow is shaped. Some hives can be reached from the ground, and some need a ladder or a small cut into the trunk or branch. They explain the options and the effect on the tree before they start. The visit may include:
- Checking the tree, the entry and the size of the colony
- Setting up so people and pets stay well clear
- Removing the bees and comb the crew can reach
- Talking about whether any cut to the tree is needed
- Pointing out other hollows bees may use
If a tree needs to come down, that is a job for an arborist and the crew will tell you. Keep the area clear until then. For bees in a tree at your place in North Lakes, call 07 3543 7768 and we will book a nearby crew.
