Free Bee Removal in North Highlands, CA
The Bee Conservatory provides free, humane bee swarm removal and relocation in North Highlands and surrounding Sacramento County communities. No pesticides. No cost. Just safe rescue.
Available same-day · No charge, ever
What bee removal looks like in North Highlands, CA
North Highlands is defined by the former McClellan Air Force Base (now McClellan Park), and the community's housing stock reflects that history. Substantial portions of the residential inventory are 1950s–1960s military-era wood-frame homes with shared construction patterns and aging weather seals — exactly the conditions that produce established wall and attic colonies. Post-base-closure development has added newer stucco infill, particularly near the Elkhorn Boulevard and Watt Avenue corridors. The tree canopy is limited compared to Carmichael or Fair Oaks, with mostly ornamental liquidambar and ash in residential areas, and forage is concentrated on private gardens and the remnant landscaping at McClellan Park's repurposed grounds.
Most common calls in Sacramento County
- Attic and wall colonies in 1950s–60s military-era wood-frame housing
- Swarms in ornamental street trees along Watt Avenue and Elkhorn
- Colonies in McClellan Park grounds and repurposed base landscaping
- Stucco entries on post-closure infill construction near Elkhorn Boulevard
We protect bees. Not exterminate them.
We're a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to protecting bees, not exterminating them. Our trained team safely removes and relocates bee colonies at absolutely no cost to North Highlands residents.
100% Free
No hidden fees, no charges, ever. Our service costs you nothing.
Same-Day Response
We aim to assess swarms within hours of your report.
Humane Relocation
Bees are relocated to local apiaries — never killed.
How free bee removal works
Report the Swarm
Submit our online form or give us a call. We make it simple.
We Assess
Our team evaluates the situation, often the same day you report.
Safe Removal
Trained beekeepers carefully extract the colony — no pesticides.
New Home
Bees are relocated to a registered apiary at least 2 miles away.
Neighborhoods we serve in North Highlands
We provide free bee removal across all of North Highlands, including McClellan Park, Watt Avenue corridor, Elkhorn Boulevard area. If you're in Sacramento County and have found a bee swarm, we can help.
- McClellan Park
- Watt Avenue corridor
- Elkhorn Boulevard area
Common bee situations we see
Bee Swarm on a Branch
Usually a temporary cluster while scouts search for a new home. Typically docile — we remove same-day before they establish.
Bees in a Wall or Roof
An established hive that needs careful extraction. We handle the full removal, including comb if accessible.
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 for free removal — we're usually out the same day.
Bee removal in North Highlands: common questions
- Is bee removal really free in North Highlands?
- Yes. The Bee Conservatory is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and live bee removal and relocation in North Highlands is completely free — there are no hidden fees and no charge to homeowners. Our work is funded by donations, which lets us rescue every colony instead of exterminating it. Call (916) 404-4294 or report a swarm online to get on the schedule.
- How fast can you remove bees in North Highlands?
- We aim to assess most North Highlands swarm reports the same day they come in. A swarm clustered in the open is usually docile and easy to collect quickly. An established colony inside a wall, roof, or tree cavity takes more planning, so we schedule those for a full extraction visit after assessing the access point.
- 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 Sacramento County?
- Yes. When a colony establishes inside a wall, roof, soffit, or chimney, we perform a full live removal — locating the colony, opening the cavity, and relocating the bees and accessible comb to a registered apiary. This is more involved than collecting an open swarm, but it removes the bees humanely without poison and prevents future re-infestation.
- 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. Our free live removal solves the problem and protects the bees. We can also help you tell the difference between bees and wasps before you decide on a course of action.
Resources for North Highlands homeowners
Bees vs Wasps: How to Tell the Difference
Quick identification guide so you know what you're dealing with before calling.
Read articleNeonicotinoids: The Pesticides Killing Sacramento Bees
How common garden chemicals harm pollinators and what safer alternatives exist.
Read articleFound a Bee Swarm? Here's Exactly What to Do
Step-by-step guide for handling a swarm safely while you wait for our team.
Read article
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Need bee removal in North Highlands?
Don't call an exterminator. Our free service protects both you and the bees.
(916) 404-4294