SERVING GEORGIA
Live Honey Bee Removal & Structural Restoration
Safe. Licensed. Complete Bee Removal — Without Destroying Your Home.
State Licensed & Insured
HBR Certified: Honey Bee Control & Removal
The honeybee is small, but its impact on the world is immeasurable.
At Hives & Honeycombs, we specialize in live honey bee extraction, relocation, and structural restoration throughout Augusta and the surrounding CSRA.
Unlike exterminators who leave dead bees, contaminated honey, odors, and costly damage behind, we safely remove and relocate the colony while restoring your property the right way.
Bee-Proofing & Preventative Inspections
Prevent a future infestation before it starts.
We offer structural inspections to identify:
Gaps in siding
Roofline entry points
Damaged mortar
Chimney openings
Vulnerable soffits & fascia
A small inspection today can prevent a major hive removal later.
Our Bee Removal Services
Structural bee removal
Live bee relocation
Cut-outs & comb extraction
Trap-outs
Bee-proofing inspections
Sanitation & cleanup
Insulation replacement
Drywall & siding repair
Paint-ready restoration
Serving Augusta & Surrounding Areas
Start With a Professional Assessment
Every structure and colony is different.
We begin with a professional on-site assessment that can be applied toward your removal service.
Why Live Bee Extraction Matters
The Problem With Extermination
Most pest control companies exterminate the bees and leave the hive inside your walls, attic, soffit, or chimney.
That will lead to:
Rotting bees and foul odors
Honey melting into walls and ceilings
Ant, roach, and beetle infestations
Structural contamination
Expensive secondary repairs later
In many cases, homeowners end up paying twice:
once for extermination… and AGAIN for hive removal and repairs.
The Difference With Turn-Key Bee Removal
Most bee removals leave you with:
A hole in your wall
Damaged insulation
Honey contamination
A list of contractors to call
We Handle Everything.
At Hives & Honeycombs, we provide complete start-to-finish service: extraction, sanitation, insulation, and structural repair.
Brian’s 30+ years in construction ensures your home is restored to its original condition — or better.
Live Structural Extraction Is The Best Long-Term Solution
Safe, humane honey bee removal that protects your home, eliminates future infestations, and restores the structure the right way.
Not every beekeeper can safely remove bees from:
Two-story homes
High peaks & soffits
Chimneys
Historic homes
Commercial structures
We Safely Remove:
Experienced Lift Operator
We specialize in aerial and high-reach removals many companies won’t attempt.
Historic Property Experience
Our careful extraction methods are ideal for older and high-value homes where minimizing damage matters.
Meet Our Director of Property & Environmental Management
Feral honeybee colonies inside a wall cavity can easily accumulate over 100 pounds of heavy wax and raw honey. Safely opening an architectural structure to remove this mass without triggering permanent wood rot, mold, or structural sagging requires deep engineering and carpentry experience.
Brian Osment specializes in these high-liability, high-reach, and deep-cavity extractions by leveraging his 30-year background in building maintenance and construction. Real estate agents, home inspectors, and property managers throughout Augusta, Martinez, and the wider CSRA footprint trust Brian because he manages the entire structural liability from start to finish.
He utilizes high-resolution digital thermal imaging to pinpoint hidden hive boundaries, extracts the colony safely using low-pressure live containment vacuums, decontaminates the void with advanced pheromone neutralizers, and installs commercial-grade hardware backing to prevent future pest re-entry. When Brian finishes the final carpentry rebuild, your insulation is replaced, your wall is permanently sealed, and your property investment is fully protected.
Questions About Bee Removal?
Get answers to common questions about live honey bee removal, relocation, honeycomb extraction, and structural restoration in Augusta and the CSRA.
1. Do you remove honey bees without harming them?
Yes. We specialize in live honey bee extraction and relocation whenever possible. Our goal is to safely remove the colony and relocate the bees to an appropriate environment where they can continue to thrive.
2. How do I know if I have honey bees in my home or structure?
Common signs include increased bee activity around a specific area, bees entering and exiting small openings, buzzing sounds inside walls, and honey or wax stains on ceilings or walls. If you're unsure, we can inspect the area and identify the issue.
3. Why is it important to remove the hive and honeycomb after the bees are removed?
Leaving honeycomb, honey, and brood behind can attract new bee colonies, ants, rodents, and other pests. We perform complete removals and structural restoration to help prevent future infestations and property damage.
4. What areas do you serve?
Hives & Honeycombs provides live honey bee extraction, relocation, and structural restoration services throughout Augusta and the surrounding Central Savannah River Area (CSRA). Contact us to confirm service availability in your location.
5. Will my property be repaired after the bee removal process?
Yes. In addition to safely removing the bees and honeycomb, we offer structural restoration services to repair and restore affected areas whenever possible, helping return your property to its original condition.
Honey Bee Seasons in Augusta, GA
Spring (March–May)
Swarm Season
As temperatures rise and trees such as Tulip Poplars and Red Maples begin blooming, honey bee colonies naturally divide and swarm. Homeowners commonly notice large clusters of bees hanging from tree limbs, fences, and other structures. While swarms are typically temporary, they often signal increased bee activity.
Summer (June–August)
Hive Establishment Season
Many spring swarms eventually settle inside walls, soffits, chimneys, and other structural voids. During the summer months, colonies rapidly expand, making bee activity more noticeable and increasing the need for professional live bee extraction and honeycomb removal.
Fall (September–November)
Late-Season Hive Discoveries
Bee activity begins to slow, but many homeowners discover established colonies while performing seasonal maintenance, decorating for holidays, or preparing their homes for cooler weather. Fall removals are important because colonies are actively protecting their honey stores for winter.
Winter (December–February)
Hidden Hive Season
Honey bees in Georgia do not hibernate. On warmer winter days, bees may still be seen entering and leaving chimneys, walls, or rooflines. Winter is also an ideal time to inspect your home for potential entry points and make repairs before spring swarm season arrives.
Need Honey Bee Removal Any Time of Year?
At Hives & Honeycombs, we provide live honey bee extraction, relocation, honeycomb removal, and structural restoration throughout Augusta and the surrounding CSRA year-round.
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