"A big ball of bees hanging from a branch"
That is a swarm resting while it looks for a new home. Swarms are easiest to remove now.
Swarm on the fence or bees in the wall? Same day
Bee Removal in Melbourne, Sydney & Brisbane
Honey bees matter to gardens and crops, so we remove them carefully and relocate them where possible. Our technicians in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane collect swarms, remove hives from walls, roofs and chimneys, and clean out the honeycomb so new bees are not drawn back.
Swarm collection, hive removal, honeycomb clean-up and sealing the entry point.
- 24/7 Emergency Service
- Melbourne, Sydney & Brisbane
- Upfront Pricing, No Hidden Costs
- Bees relocated where possible
Get a Bee Removal Quote
Tell us where the bees are and how long they have been there.
3 cities
Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane
10,000+
bees in a typical swarm
993
suburbs covered
24/7
phones answered
Bees Swarming Around Your Home? Do This First
A swarm hanging from a branch or fence is usually calm. The bees are resting while scouts look for a new home. The aim is to get them collected before that new home is your wall or roof.
Do not spray, hose or smoke the bees
Disturbing a swarm or hive makes the bees defensive, and spraying a hive in a wall leaves honey and wax that rots and draws more pests.
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Keep people and pets back
Stay at least a few metres away and keep doors closed.
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Do not disturb them
No spraying, hosing or throwing things at the swarm.
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Watch for bees going into the building
Bees entering a wall or roof means a hive is forming.
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Take a photo
It helps us tell bees from wasps and plan the job.
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Call 07 3544 9883
Swarms are often collected the same day.
Bee Removal Services We Offer
From a swarm on the fence to a hive in the wall, every job ends with the bees gone and the space cleaned up.
Bee Swarm RemovalSwarms collected from trees, fences and cars
Hive Removal from WallsHives removed from brick and timber walls
Roof & Ceiling Bee RemovalHives in roof spaces and ceilings
Chimney Bee RemovalBees nesting in chimneys and flues
Honeycomb Removal & Clean-upComb and honey removed and cleaned
Bee ProofingEntry points sealed so bees do not return
Emergency Bee RemovalBees near doors, play areas and pathways
Commercial Bee RemovalShops, schools, offices and strata
Meter Box & Letterbox BeesMeter boxes, letterboxes and compost bins
Sound Familiar? Common Bee Problems
These are the bee calls we hear most across the three cities.
"Bees going in and out of a gap in the brickwork"
Bees are building a hive in the wall. The longer it stays, the more comb there is to remove.
"Bees in the chimney"
Chimneys are a favourite spot. Lighting a fire is not the answer and can be dangerous.
"Bees in the electricity meter box"
Meter boxes are warm and sheltered. Do not open the box yourself.
"Honey dripping through the ceiling"
An old hive in the roof is melting in the heat. The comb needs removing before it causes damage.
"Someone in the family is allergic"
Tell us when you call so the job is treated as urgent.
Swarm or Hive? Why It Matters
A swarm and a hive need very different work. Here is how to tell which you have.
| Swarm | Hive | |
|---|---|---|
| What you see | A cluster of bees hanging outside | Bees flying in and out of one gap |
| Comb | None yet | Wax comb and honey inside the space |
| How long it stays | Hours to a few days | Years if left alone |
| Removal | Usually quick, often same day | Comb removed and space cleaned and sealed |
| Cost | Lower | Higher, depends on access |
Bright yellow and black with no fur? That is likely a wasp. See our wasp removal page.
Bees in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane
Swarming season starts at a slightly different time in each city.
Melbourne
Swarming peaks in Melbourne from September to December. Older homes with chimneys and wall cavities are popular hive spots.
Bee Removal MelbourneSydney
Sydney's swarm season starts in late winter and runs through spring and early summer. Brick veneer walls and roof spaces are the most common hive sites.
Bee Removal SydneyBrisbane
In Brisbane's warm climate, bees swarm earlier and over a longer season. Queenslanders with open eaves and timber walls are easy for bees to move into.
Bee Removal BrisbaneBee removal calls across the three cities by month
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MarMedium
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OctPeak
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Swarm calls peak from September to November in all three cities, starting earliest in Brisbane.
Why a Bee Hive Should Not Be Left in the Wall
Bees are valuable, but a hive in your home grows bigger every year.
Stings near the house
A hive near doors and windows means bees around the people who live there.
Comb and honey damage
Comb grows through cavities, and honey can melt and leak through walls and ceilings.
Other pests follow
Old comb attracts ants, cockroaches, wax moths and rodents.
Spraying causes problems
Killing a hive in a wall leaves comb and honey behind that rots and smells.
How Our Bee Removal Works
We remove the bees, the comb and the reason they came.
Bees relocated where possible
Swarms and accessible hives are collected and relocated where possible. Where bees cannot be saved, the hive is treated and the comb removed.
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Inspection
Swarm or hive, how big and how to reach it.
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Collection
Swarms boxed and taken away, hives opened up and removed.
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Comb removal
Wax and honey cleaned out of the cavity.
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Sealing
The entry point closed so new swarms are not drawn in.
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Making good
Any panels or tiles we opened are put back.
How Much Does Bee Removal Cost?
The cost depends mostly on whether it is a swarm or a hive, and how hard it is to reach.
Swarm or hive. Swarms are quicker to remove.
Height and access. Roofs, chimneys and high branches take longer.
Size of the hive. Older hives have more comb.
Opening and closing. Walls or ceilings that need opening and repairing.
You get the price upfront, after we have seen where the bees are. Call 07 3544 9883 or send us the details online for a faster estimate.
Why People Choose Freshify for Bees
We handle bees carefully and clean up properly.
Onsite in 60 minutes*
For swarms near doors, schools and play areas.
Relocated where possible
Bees saved when they can be.
Comb cleaned out
So other pests are not drawn in.
Upfront pricing
No hidden costs.
Entry points sealed
So the next swarm moves on.
24/7 phones
Call any time.
*Onsite in 60 minutes applies to urgent jobs and depends on technician availability and location.
What You Can Count On
Here is how we work on bee jobs at your home.
You know who is coming. Name and arrival time sent ahead.
You know the plan. We explain how the bees will be removed.
You see the result. Photos of the comb removed and the gap sealed.
You can call us back. Bees back at the same spot? Call us.
Bee Removal Near You
We remove bees across Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. Choose your city to see the areas we cover.
Bee Removal Sydney
Blacktown, Eastern Suburbs Sydney, Hills District & Hawkesbury, Inner South West Sydney, Inner West Sydney, North Shore & Hornsby, Northern Beaches, Outer South West Sydney, Outer West & Blue Mountains, Parramatta, Ryde, South West Sydney, Sutherland Shire, Sydney City & Inner South
Bee Removal FAQs
Do you remove bees in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane?
Yes. We collect swarms and remove hives in all three cities and their suburbs.
Do you kill the bees?
Not if we can help it. Swarms and accessible hives are relocated where possible. Hives that cannot be reached safely may need to be treated.
Will a swarm leave on its own?
Often, within a day or two. But if bees start going into a wall or roof, they are building a hive and will not leave.
Why do you remove the honeycomb?
Old comb and honey attract new swarms, ants, cockroaches and rodents, and honey can leak through walls.
How long does bee removal take?
Swarms often take under an hour. Hives in walls or roofs can take a few hours.
Can I spray the bees myself?
We do not recommend it. Spraying makes bees defensive and leaves comb in the wall to rot.
Do you remove bees from meter boxes?
Yes. Do not open the box yourself; we remove the bees and seal the gaps.
How do I stop bees coming back?
Remove the old comb and seal the gap. Bees are drawn to the smell of old hives.
Catch the Swarm Before It Becomes a Hive
A swarm today can be a hive in your wall by tomorrow. Early removal is quicker and costs less.
Upfront pricing and a dedicated professional at your door in Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane, often the same day.
Other services
Other Pest Services We Offer
Choose a service to see how it works and what affects the price.
Termite InspectionA full check of the house, subfloor, roof void and garden for termite activity, with a written report and clear next steps.
Possum RemovalHumane removal of possums from roofs and wall cavities, followed by proofing so they cannot move back in.
Rat & Mouse ControlBaiting, trapping and entry-point sealing to clear rats and mice from roofs, walls, kitchens and sheds.
Cockroach ControlGel baiting and targeted spraying for German and large cockroaches in kitchens, bathrooms, roof voids and drains.
Ant ControlBaiting and barrier treatments that reach the nest, for ants in kitchens, wall cavities, paving and lawns.
Spider ControlTreatment of webs, eaves, fences, subfloors and garden edges to bring spider numbers down around the home.
Wasp RemovalTreatment and removal of wasp nests from eaves, wall cavities, roof voids, trees and the ground.
Dead Animal RemovalLocating and removing dead rats, possums and other animals from roofs, walls and subfloors, then deodorising the area.
Bed Bug TreatmentInspection and treatment of beds, bed frames, couches and skirting boards to clear bed bugs and their eggs.
Flea TreatmentInside and outside flea treatment for carpets, pet bedding areas, yards and subfloors, with a follow-up when needed.
Bird ControlBird proofing with spikes, netting and mesh to keep pigeons, mynas and starlings off roofs, balconies, solar panels and signs.
End of Lease Pest ControlInside and outside pest and flea treatment when you move out, with a written record for your agent or landlord.