Bee Removal · Schertz, TX

Professional Bee Removal in Schertz, TX

Humane, chemical-free honey bee removal for Schertz's mix of established neighborhoods and fast-growing new subdivisions.

Still from a Keith’s Bee Service video of an old couch honeybee colony removal

Schertz sits right along the FM 1518 and I-35 corridor between San Antonio and New Braunfels, and it has grown fast over the past decade. That growth means a lot of homes in newer master-planned neighborhoods sitting next to undeveloped brush land and open fields, which is exactly the kind of edge habitat that pushes wild honey bee colonies toward houses looking for shelter. Keith’s Bee Service has handled bee removal throughout Schertz as the community has expanded, and the pattern shows up in almost every call.

Proximity to Randolph Air Force Base and the mix of older established streets near FM 78 alongside brand-new subdivisions off Schertz Parkway means we see a wide range of building types here, from decades-old homes with original wood soffits to two-year-old builds with tight vinyl siding. Bees do not care how new the house is. They care whether there is a gap they can get through, and new construction settling in Texas heat almost always develops one within the first few years.

What Bee Removal Looks Like in a Fast-Growing Suburb

A honey bee colony that establishes itself in a newer Schertz home behaves the same way it would anywhere else. It builds comb, stores honey, and grows through the warmer months. The difference in a growing community like this is that many homeowners have never dealt with a bee problem before and assume a spray treatment will handle it — the same goes for a yellow jacket or hornet nest near a new patio, which needs the same careful approach, not a can of spray. Real bee removal service means locating the comb, opening the structure, extracting the colony, and relocating it, not just clearing the handful of bees you can see at the entry point.

What we handle

Featured Services for Schertz, TX Properties

Humane Honey Bee Removal and Relocation

We locate the comb inside the wall, soffit, or attic space, remove it along with the live colony, and relocate the bees to a site away from residential Schertz. This live bee relocation approach is our standard method and the one most homeowners are hoping for when they search bee removal near me.

Wasp Removal and Preventative Treatment

Covered patios and playsets in newer Schertz subdivisions are common targets for paper wasps. Our wasp removal team removes active nests and treats the areas where new nests tend to form.

Carpenter Bee Control

Wood fascia and trim on both older Schertz homes near FM 78 and newer builds with wood accents attract carpenter bees. Our carpenter bee treatment addresses existing damage and identifies the bare wood surfaces drawing continued activity.

Miner and Ground Bee Control

Cleared lots and thin turf common in newer Schertz developments are frequent ground bee nesting sites in spring. Our miner and ground bee control locates and treats nest entrances with minimal disruption to new landscaping.

Local, not generic

How Keith's Bee Service Handles Bee Removal Differently in Schertz

"Half our Schertz calls are from streets that back right up to brush or a drainage easement. That’s basically a highway for a swarm looking for a new spot, and the house next to it is the first thing they find."

— a Keith's Bee Service technician, after a job off Schertz Parkway

Growing suburbs bring a specific challenge: undeveloped land right next to finished neighborhoods. Understanding that layout helps us anticipate where colonies are likely building before we even walk the property. Keith's Bee Service is A+ accredited with the Better Business Bureau, and our Schertz customer reviews speak to that same attention to detail.

The professional difference

What a Professional Bee Removal Company Should Do Differently Here

New construction in Schertz often has settling gaps around utility penetrations, garage corners, and roof-to-wall transitions that homeowners never think to check. A bee removal specialist who works this specific market knows to inspect those areas first, rather than assuming an older home’s typical entry points apply to a two-year-old build.

Where we work

Serving Schertz and the Surrounding Communities

Keith’s Bee Service provides bee removal throughout Schertz and nearby communities including Cibolo, New Braunfels, San Antonio, Seguin, and Universal City. Every so often that coverage area turns up a Mexican honey wasp nest instead of a honey bee hive, and we handle those the same careful way. If you are searching for beehive removal near me anywhere along the FM 1518 corridor, this is the team already covering your area.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bee Removal in Schertz, TX

Why do new homes in Schertz still get bee problems?

New construction settles as it cures in Texas heat, which opens small gaps around vents, utility lines, and roof transitions within the first couple of years. Bees find these gaps just as easily as they find older siding damage.

How fast does a bee colony grow once it settles in a Schertz home?

Growth depends on the season, but a colony can expand comb significantly within a few weeks during spring and summer, which is why early bee removal matters even if the noise seems minor at first.

Do you offer same-day bee removal in Schertz?

We prioritize active colonies near entryways or outdoor living areas and often can schedule a same-day or next-day visit depending on demand.

What does bee control cost for a typical Schertz home?

Cost depends on hive location and how much of the structure needs to be opened for access. We inspect first and provide a firm quote before any work begins.

Are the bees in Schertz aggressive?

Most colonies we handle are calm honey bees, but South Texas does have Africanized bee activity, so we identify the colony type on arrival and adjust our approach accordingly.

Do you relocate bees found near open land or drainage easements in Schertz?

Yes, we handle removal from structures adjacent to undeveloped land just as we do standard residential jobs, and live relocation remains our default for honey bee colonies.

Will removing bees damage my new Schertz home?

We open only the section needed to access the comb and repair the entry point afterward. Our goal is always the smallest opening that still allows a complete removal.

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Where We Work in Schertz, TX

Schedule Bee Removal in Schertz Today

If bees have found their way into your Schertz home, whether it is brand new or decades old, get in touch with Keith's Bee Service. We have been doing humane bee removal across this corridor since 2000.