Quick answer
Honey Bees information for homes and businesses across Manchester, Stockport and Cheshire. In the UK, honey bees usually swarm between April and late July. Call Protec on 0161 448 1782, available 24/7, to discuss what you have noticed and the appropriate next step.
What to look for
- In the UK, honey bees usually swarm between April and late July.
- Before finding a new permanent home, a swarm may form a cluster of thousands of bees on a garden feature or another outdoor surface.
- Feral honey-bee colonies can establish in tree crevices or in buildings, including chimneys and wall spaces.
- A colony in a location close to people can be a nuisance, and colonies in buildings can potentially damage the building; these are factual reasons to seek professional advice.
Typical setting
Swarming clusters are temporary outdoor groups; established feral colonies can occupy cavities in trees or buildings.
Discussing a pest concern
Make a note of what you have seen and where it was found. Protec can be contacted on 0161 448 1782 to discuss a pest concern at a home or business across Manchester, Stockport and Cheshire.
Honey Bees FAQs
Useful questions
What is Honey Bees?
In the UK, honey bees usually swarm between April and late July.
Where might Honey Bees be found?
Swarming clusters are temporary outdoor groups; established feral colonies can occupy cavities in trees or buildings.
What should I do if I think I have Honey Bees?
Make a note of what you have seen and where it was found, then call Protec on 0161 448 1782 to discuss the concern at your home or business.
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