Folks often call the WCBA when a swarm of honeybees enters their lives. We have several members who are experts in swarm removal. Each coordinates a specific zone in the Wake County Area, and would be happy to assist you in relocating your uninvited guests:
| Zone | Name | Phone 1 | Phone 2 |
| Zone 1 | Larry Hall | (919) 612-4499 | |
| Zone 2 | Michael Whitley | (540) 392-3898 | |
| Zone 3 | Ben Crawley | (919) 368-5217 | |
| Zone 4 | Jim Finsel | (919) 772-6032 | (919) 280-7007 |
| Zone 5 | Ricky Barbour | (919) 269-0108 |
A map with the zones is available here: Wake County Zone Map
Bees in structures, all zones
| Name | Phone |
| Larry Hall | (919) 612-4499 |
How you can help
When bees swarm, time is of the essence. A swarm in the open is relatively easy to catch, but will only stay in the open several hours before finding a refuge. Once they find a defensible nesting site (inside a tree, wall or attic) capture can be much more difficult.
The following information is helpful to have on hand before you call:
- Are you sure they’re honeybees?
- How long have the bees been in their present location?
- Are they on your property?
- How high off the ground are they?
- Are they in a tree or bush? Can the tree limb be pruned if necessary?
Please note that if a swarm of bees has taken up residence inside an attic or wall, there may be significant costs involved in repairing damage from removal & cleanup. If the swarm is inside a structure, be sure to call one of the contacts who specialize in Swarm removal from buildings.