Free Bee Removal in Auburn, CA
The Bee Conservatory provides free, humane bee swarm removal and relocation in Auburn and surrounding Placer County communities. No pesticides. No cost. Just safe rescue.
Available same-day · No charge, ever
What bee removal looks like in Auburn, CA
Auburn's Old Town is a cluster of original 1850s–1900s Gold Rush wood-frame and stone buildings, and honey bees have been moving into their walls and chimneys for more than a century. The elevation (~1,300 ft) creates two distinct forage zones: lower neighborhoods support coast live oak and interior live oak woodland, while the upper edges toward Foresthill transition into ponderosa pine and black oak. Auburn State Recreation Area and the American River canyon host abundant feral colonies in old oak cavities, and those populations regularly seed swarms into adjacent residential yards. The cooler, wetter microclimate also pushes spring bloom about two weeks later than the valley floor, so swarm season runs well into May here.
Most common calls in Placer County
- Wall and chimney colonies in Old Town Auburn wood-frame and stone buildings
- Cavities in coast live oak and interior live oak on foothill residential lots
- Swarms from feral populations near the American River canyon
- Later swarm season than the valley — into May at higher elevations
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 Auburn 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 Auburn
We provide free bee removal across all of Auburn, including Old Town Auburn, Auburn State Recreation Area, Foresthill, Cool. If you're in Placer County and have found a bee swarm, we can help.
- Old Town Auburn
- Auburn State Recreation Area
- Foresthill
- Cool
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 Auburn: common questions
- Is bee removal really free in Auburn?
- Yes. The Bee Conservatory is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and live bee removal and relocation in Auburn 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 Auburn?
- We aim to assess most Auburn 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 Placer 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 Auburn homeowners
10 Native Plants Sacramento Bees Love
Turn your yard into pollinator habitat with these California-native species.
Read articleHow to Build a Bee Hotel Native Bees Will Use
A practical guide to building nesting habitat for solitary bees in your backyard.
Read articleSwarm Season: When, Why, and How to Prepare
Swarm season peaks March through June. Know what to expect and when to call.
Read article
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Need bee removal in Auburn?
Don't call an exterminator. Our free service protects both you and the bees.
(916) 404-4294