<p>We noticed yesterday that bees had found an opening in the stucco on the south side of our house (second story). This is a spot in our older home where some hardware had been installed and, apparently, the caulk around it had shrunk. </p>
<p>I have no idea how long the bees have been making their home here (it started some time after this spring, but beyond that I don’t know.)</p>
<p>I know that honey bees are good guys, so I hate to kill them. And even if we do kill them, what do we do if the wall is full of honey></p>
<p>My husband is a beekeeper - known locally as “The Bee Whisperer” so I couldn’t wait to ask him about your problem!
Most exterminators, quite rightly, would rather NOT kill a honeybee hive. Instead it is best to contact your local beekeepers association who may have lists of beekeepers prepared and equipped to safely remove a hive from your home.
If you happen to live in Maine he’ll be right over!!
However, he is very happy to give you further information - feel free to PM me.</p>
<p>My parents had a similar situation a few years ago. Given that bees are in decline in so many areas, they called a local beekeeper, who was DELIGHTED to retrieve the combs and the hive. My folks got a few jars of honey in the process. :)</p>
<p>H is a beekeeper and also removes these kind of rogue hives often. Any worthwhile exterminator would never exterminate the bees. Google “swarm removal” and your location or call your local city directory (ours is 311). Our local bee club keeps a list of names people can call. They probably won’t be able to tell the size of the hive or the extent if any possible damage until they open up a wall. My H is very practical so if the hive cannot be removed with out causing too much damage and too much $$ he always let’s them know. If you take some pics you can PM me and I’ll show them to him.</p>