Bees and Wasps
Inspection-led help for bee and wasp activity around homes and businesses.
Bees and wasps may nest around eaves, wall openings, shrubs, trees, or in the ground. Because the right response depends on the insect and nest location, Cragoe begins with an inspection before recommending service.
What to look for
Repeated flight to one opening: Bees or wasps repeatedly entering the same gap, vent, eave, shrub, or ground opening can point to a nearby nest
Visible nest material: Paper-like nests, comb, or a concentrated cluster of insects should be left undisturbed.
Buzzing near a wall or roofline: Persistent sound from a void may indicate activity that is not visible from outside.
Why it matters
Stings and defensive activity: Bees and wasps may become defensive around a nest, especially when it is disturbed.
Hard-to-reach nesting sites: Activity inside walls, rooflines, or landscaping can be difficult to assess without finding the entry point.
Recurring activity: Treating visible insects without addressing the nest or access area may not resolve the source.
How Cragoe helps
Inspection and identification: We look at the insect, activity pattern, nest location, access, and conditions around the property.
A property-specific recommendation: The technician explains the practical options based on what is found and the location of the activity.
Follow-up when appropriate: If additional steps or monitoring are needed, those are explained as part of the service plan.
Prevention and monitoring
Do not disturb a suspected nest: Keep people and pets away from concentrated activity and avoid sealing an active opening before it has been evaluated.
Reduce food and water sources: Keep outdoor food covered, close trash containers, and address accessible water sources.
Inspect common nesting areas: Watch eaves, vents, sheds, shrubs, and ground openings for new activity. Seal suitable gaps only after activity has ended and the timing is appropriate.
Southern California conditions
A long warm season and abundant flowering landscapes can extend bee and wasp activity around local properties. Nests may develop in trees, shrubs, eaves, wall openings, rooflines, or the ground. Cragoe identifies the insect and nest location before explaining the safest practical next step for the property.