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Free Bee Removal

Free Bee Removal in Loomis, CA

The Bee Conservatory provides free, humane bee swarm removal and relocation in Loomis and surrounding Placer County communities. No pesticides. Just safe rescue.

Call us and we'll tell you when we can get there.
A large honey bee swarm clustered on a tree trunk against a blue sky
A swarm on a tree trunk. A general example from our field photos.
Bee Removal in Loomis

What bee removal looks like in Loomis, CA

Loomis retains genuine rural foothill character — hobby ranches, legacy orchards, and homes scattered across multi-acre parcels in the Loomis Basin. The Blue Goose Fruit Shed and the historic Loomis fruit-shipping corridor are reminders that this area was one of Placer County's major fruit-growing districts through the mid-20th century, and you can still find old abandoned plum, pear, and cherry trees throughout residential properties that provide excellent swarm-catching cover. Coast live oak, interior live oak, and California bay laurel dominate the native canopy, and the low-density development means large heritage oaks with well-developed cavities are common on nearly every property. Spring wildflower bloom runs heavy here and extends the swarm window compared to the valley.

Common situations in Placer County

  • Cavities in old heritage coast live oak and interior live oak on multi-acre ranches
  • Swarms in abandoned and legacy plum, pear, and cherry orchards
  • Colonies in hollow heritage oaks along Loomis Basin property edges
  • Extended spring swarm season tied to foothill wildflower bloom
Public Offices & Rules

Who regulates beehives in Loomis

We handle live removal. For hive registration or the rules on keeping bees in Loomis, these public sources are the ones to check. Rules change, so confirm with the office before you act.

Placer County office

Placer County Agricultural Commissioner

Its apiary page explains how beekeepers register with the county each year.

Why Free?

We protect bees. Not exterminate them.

We're a nonprofit working to protect bees, not exterminate them. We remove and relocate live bees for people in Loomis and across the Greater Sacramento region, and donations help cover the cost.

Suited beekeeper beside a honey bee swarm hanging from a low tree branch
A swarm on a low branch

Free Live Removal

Live bee removal is free. If a colony is inside a wall or other structure, we'll explain what's involved, including any repair or other costs, before any work starts.

Timing

Call us and we'll tell you when we can get there.

Humane Relocation

We move live bees to a new home instead of killing them.

The Process

How free bee removal works

The Bee Conservatory removes live bees in Loomis and relocates them instead of killing them. Live bee removal is free. If a colony is inside a wall or other structure, we'll explain what's involved, including any repair or other costs, before any work starts. Call us and we'll tell you when we can get there.

Report the Swarm

Submit our online form or give us a call. We make it simple.

We Assess

We talk through what you're seeing and tell you when we can get there.

Safe Removal

We carefully remove the bees without spraying pesticides.

New Home

Live bees are moved to a new home away from the site.

Coverage

Neighborhoods we serve in Loomis

We provide free bee removal across all of Loomis, including Blue Goose Fruit Shed, Loomis Basin, Secret Ravine Trail. If you're in Placer County and have found a bee swarm, we can help.

  • Blue Goose Fruit Shed
  • Loomis Basin
  • Secret Ravine Trail
What We Handle

Common bee situations we see

Beekeeper removing honeycomb and bees from an opened wall cavity into a crate
Moving comb and bees out of a wall

Bee Swarm on a Branch

Usually a temporary cluster while scouts search for a new home. Typically docile. Report it early, before the bees settle in.

Bees in a Wall or Roof

An established hive that needs careful extraction. We'll explain what's involved, including any repair or other costs, before any work starts.

Bees in the Ground

Often bumblebees or ground-nesting mining bees. We assess the species and advise on the best approach.

Swarm on Your Property

Don't panic, don't spray. Most swarms are calm. Call us, and we'll tell you when we can get there.

Questions

Bee removal in Loomis: common questions

Is bee removal really free in Loomis?
Live bee removal is free. If a colony is inside a wall or other structure, we'll explain what's involved, including any repair or other costs, before any work starts. The Bee Conservatory is a nonprofit, and donations help cover this work in Loomis. Call (916) 404-4294 or report a swarm online.
How fast can you remove bees in Loomis?
Call us and we'll tell you when we can get there. A swarm clustered in the open is usually docile and quicker to collect. An established colony inside a wall, roof, or tree cavity takes more planning.
What should I do if I find a bee swarm on my property?
Don't panic and don't spray. A swarm is a temporary cluster of bees searching for a new home, and it is usually calm because the bees have no hive or honey to defend. Keep children and pets away, give the bees space, and report the swarm to us. Spraying pesticide makes the bees defensive and harder to relocate safely.
Do you remove bees from inside walls and roofs in Placer County?
Yes. A colony inside a wall, roof, soffit, or chimney is more involved than an open swarm, because the cavity may have to be opened to reach the bees and comb. We'll explain what's involved, including any repair or other costs, before any work starts.
Should I call an exterminator instead?
For honey bees, no. Extermination kills a beneficial pollinator, and dead bees and abandoned comb left inside a wall can attract pests and cause odor and staining. Live removal keeps the bees alive. We can also help you tell the difference between bees and wasps before you decide on a course of action.
Free Service

Need bee removal in Loomis?

Don't call an exterminator. Our free service protects both you and the bees.

(916) 404-4294