Stinging Insect Control
Wasp & Bee Removal in Felton, CA
101 Exterminators handles wasp and bee removal in Felton, from yellow jacket nests dug into creek banks to paper wasp combs under deck framing and honey bee colonies inside cabin walls. Ground nests are the common call in this valley — the loose, duff-covered slopes above Zayante Creek and Fall Creek hold them well. Our technicians work in full protective equipment. California licensed, SPCB Lic. #9119.
Warning Signs
Signs You Need Wasps & Bees Service in Felton
We treat yellow jacket nests (including in-ground and wall-void nests), paper wasp nests under eaves and overhangs, European and bald-faced hornet nests, and mud dauber tubes. For honey bee hives established in walls or structures, we provide complete treatment and nest removal including comb excavation to prevent future odor and secondary pest attraction. For accessible swarms, we can arrange transfer to a local beekeeper.
Visible nest under eaves, in shrubs, attached to window frames, in tree cavities, or in attic vents
Repeated wasp activity near a specific location on the structure — nest is likely nearby
Wasp or bee activity around a specific gap, crack, or vent opening — indicates cavity nest inside
In-ground yellow jacket activity — small hole in soil or mulch bed with wasps entering and exiting
Honey bee swarm visible on a tree, shrub, or structure — usually a temporary cluster
Buzzing sounds within walls, soffits, or chimney area — established honey bee hive
How It Works
Our Wasps & Bees Process in Felton
Every job follows the same methodical approach — no shortcuts, no guesswork. Here is what to expect when you work with us in Felton.
Species & Nest Location
We identify the species and locate all nesting sites, including in-wall or structural voids that require special access. Species determines the treatment approach.
Treatment in Protective Equipment
Our technicians treat nests in full protective equipment — veil, suit, and gloves. Evening treatment is preferred for ground nests when foragers have returned to the nest.
Nest Removal
After treatment, accessible nests are physically removed. For wall-void nests, we advise on comb removal to prevent secondary pest attraction from wax, honey, and larval material.
Entry Point Sealing
We seal entry points used by cavity-nesting species to prevent re-colonization by a new colony in the same location.
Why 101 Exterminators
Wasps & Bees You Can Count On in Felton
Bee Relocation Option
When possible, we work with local beekeepers to relocate honey bee swarms and accessible hives rather than exterminating them. Good for bees, good for local agriculture.
Wall-Void Nest Removal
Nests inside walls require more than just treatment — the comb must be removed to prevent honey seepage, secondary pests, and odor. We handle the complete remediation.
Same-Day Service for Emergencies
A wasp nest near an entry door, child's play area, or pet run is a safety emergency. We prioritize same-day or next-day service for these situations.
Evening Ground Nest Treatment
Yellow jacket ground nests are treated at dusk when the full colony has returned, maximizing effectiveness and minimizing any risk of disrupted forager activity.
Common Questions
Wasp & Bee Removal FAQs for Felton
Why do Felton hillside properties get so many ground wasp nests?
The soil and the slope suit them. Western yellow jackets excavate underground nests, and the loose duff and sandy banks above Zayante Creek, Fall Creek, and the San Lorenzo River drain well and dig easily. Old rodent burrows in those banks give a queen a head start in spring. Watch for a steady line of wasps disappearing into one spot in the ground — that is the nest, and it should not be dug at or flooded.
Can a honey bee swarm in a Felton cabin wall be moved instead of killed?
Sometimes, and it depends on whether comb has been built. A fresh swarm hanging on a branch or a post is often accessible and can be transferred to a local beekeeper. Once bees have moved into a wall void and drawn comb, removal usually means opening the cavity, and an established colony inside old redwood framing is rarely relocatable intact. Call early, while it is still a swarm and not a hive.
When is yellow jacket pressure worst in the San Lorenzo Valley?
Late summer into fall — roughly August through October — when colonies hit peak population and workers switch to scavenging protein and sugar. That is when they show up at outdoor tables, garbage cans, and pet food on Felton decks, and when nests near a walkway or a play area become a real hazard. Spring nests are small and easy to deal with, which is the argument for calling when you first notice traffic at a hole.
Local Pest Pressure
Common Pests We Treat in Felton
Every area has its own pest profile shaped by climate, housing, and geography. These are the pests we see and treat most often in Felton — tap any one to learn how to identify it and what treatment involves.
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