The most common questions and answers

Why is a bee nest built into a house wall?

Bees build bee nests in house walls because they are inside nest want. This is usually the case in spring between March and April. The females build nests in holes in walls and masonry by lining them with clay and saliva and later raise their offspring in them. In addition to house walls, they also like to settle, for example roofs and shutter boxes.

Which bees build bee nests in house walls?

The females of mason bee, which belongs to the wild bees, like to build their nests in house walls. Sometimes they are too scissor bees, which are responsible for the bee nests. The nests can be recognized by holes that are 0.5 to 1 cm in diameter. Honey bees are not usually interested in house walls. This is extremely rarely the case.

Is it necessary to remove the bee nest in the house wall?

Basically it is unnecessary, the bee's nest in the house wall removed. The bees do not dig holes in the facade, but use existing cavities for their nests. In this way, the facade is not damaged. However, if you find that the facade is suffering from the bees and their nest building, it could be burrowing bees like the fur bee, the silk bee or the big bee carpenter bee act. However, these bee species are very rare.

Who is allowed to remove the bee nest in the house wall?

Only hire someone to remove the bee nest in the wall of the house if it is absolutely necessary beekeeper or exterminator. It is not advisable the bee nest independent removed, because this could damage the house wall and kill the bees. The beekeeper or Exterminators can relocate the bees, but this is quite time-consuming and ultimately expensive for you.