Swarm List (Help – I’ve got Bees!)

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.

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