Stinging Insect Control
Wasp & Bee Removal in Marina, CA
101 Exterminators does wasp and bee removal in Marina, and most of it is underground. The city's well-drained dune sand is close to ideal for yellow jacket (Vespula spp.) colonies, which excavate in-ground nests along lawn edges, dune slopes, and the yards backing Fort Ord Dunes State Park. We treat at dusk when the colony is home, remove the nest where it can be reached, and seal the entry. SPCB Lic. #9119.
Warning Signs
Signs You Need Wasps & Bees Service in Marina
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 Marina
Every job follows the same methodical approach — no shortcuts, no guesswork. Here is what to expect when you work with us in Marina.
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 Marina
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 Marina
Why are yellow jacket nests in Marina almost always in the ground instead of the trees?
Because the sand does the digging for them. Marina's loose, well-drained dune soil lets Vespula colonies expand an old rodent burrow instead of building an exposed paper nest, and the steady afternoon wind off Monterey Bay punishes anything hung in the open. That combination sends most Marina yellow jacket activity underground, which is also why homeowners here tend to find the nest by accident rather than by seeing it.
A nest opened up in my lawn near Locke-Paddon Park. Can I flood it out?
No — flooding or sealing the entrance triggers a mass defensive response and does not reach the nest, which can extend well past where the water goes in sandy soil. By late summer these colonies hold thousands of individuals and defend several feet around the opening. Mark the spot from a distance, keep people and dogs off that part of the yard, and have it treated at dusk when the foragers are back inside.
Bees are going into the wall of my Marina house. Do they have to come out?
Yes, if they have built comb inside the wall. A honey bee colony in the wall void of a Marina stucco home leaves wax and honey that ferment, stain drywall, and pull ants, beetles, and rodents into the cavity. The comb has to be removed and the entry sealed. If it is a swarm that has just landed and has not built comb yet, we can often arrange transfer to a local beekeeper instead.
Local Pest Pressure
Common Pests We Treat in Marina
Every area has its own pest profile shaped by climate, housing, and geography. These are the pests we see and treat most often in Marina — tap any one to learn how to identify it and what treatment involves.
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