Ontario / Inland Empire
Eli the Bee Guy | Bee Removal and Rescue
- 255 Via Prado, Ontario, CA 91762
- 5.0 stars · 255 Google reviews
- Mon–Sat: open 24 hours · Sun: calls & texts only
- (626) 487-6052
Bee Removal in Riverside, CA
Bees in your walls, roof or yard in Riverside? I take them out alive, remove the hive and seal the entry so they don’t come back.
Your city
Riverside, California
- Riverside County
- About 16 miles from my Ontario / Inland Empire location
- Population about 315,000
For permits, local ordinances and city services, visit Riverside City Hall online.
Riverside bee rescue
Live bee removal in Riverside, done all the way
Riverside grew up around citrus. Between the groves and greenbelt around Arlington Heights and the big old trees in neighborhoods like the Wood Streets, bees have a lot to work with here, and even more when the citrus blooms in spring. All that forage builds big colonies, and their swarms move into older homes, attics, block walls and water meter boxes all over the city.
Getting the bees out is only half of a Riverside removal. The comb, honey and wax have to come out too, and then I seal the entry. Skip either one and you’re likely to have bees back in the same spot next year.
Riverside is about 16 miles from my Ontario Google Business location (Eli the Bee Guy | Bee Removal and Rescue). Eli the Bee Guy is owner-operated. I take on the large and high-liability removals myself, and smaller jobs go to my own trained crew, who use the same methods. I never hand a job off to a pest control company.
Recent jobs
Recent bee removals near Riverside
Real photos from my closest recent removals in Rialto, San Bernardino and Fontana. I've labeled each photo with the city it was taken in and how far that is from Riverside.
Comb from a roof with solar panels · Rialto, 9 mi away
Eli at an indoor wall cutout · Rialto, 9 mi away
Eli at a wall cutout · San Bernardino, 10 mi away
Comb from beside a window · San Bernardino, 10 mi away
Comb lifted out of an irrigation box · Fontana, 10 mi away
Comb under tile roofing · Fontana, 10 mi away
Service area
Where I work in Riverside
Bee removal across every part of Riverside, including:
- Downtown and the Mission Inn district
- Canyon Crest
- Arlington and La Sierra
- Orangecrest
- Neighborhoods near UC Riverside
ZIP codes served: 92501, 92503, 92504, 92505, 92506, 92507, 92508, 92509, 92518
Services
Bee, wasp and yellow jacket services in Riverside
Bee relocation
I take live colonies out and rehome them with vetted local beekeepers.
Bee hive removal
Every bit of honeycomb out of walls, roofs, chimneys and sheds.
Bee swarm removal
A ball of bees on a branch or fence in Riverside? I box it alive for $250.
Residential bee removal
Safe around kids, pets and anyone with allergies, and I seal the entry points when I’m done.
Commercial bee removal
Quiet, low-key removals for businesses, HOAs and property managers.
Yellow jacket removal
Ground nests and wall nests, taken out without pesticides.
Wasp removal
I take nests down off eaves and patios and out of play areas.
How it works
From first call to bee-free
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Free inspection
I find the hive, check how big it is, and walk you through the plan and the price before any work starts.
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Live removal
The colony comes out alive and stays together with its queen. I don’t use pesticides or poison.
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Full hive extraction
I take out all the honeycomb, honey and wax residue, so there’s nothing left in there to rot or attract new bees.
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Seal and relocate
I seal the entry points so bees don’t move back in, and the colony goes to a vetted local beekeeper.
Nearby
Also serving cities near Riverside
From the field
Watch a bee removal near Riverside
My locations
Serving Riverside from my Ontario and Orange County locations
Orange County
Eli the Bee Guy | Bee Removal and Rescue - Orange county
- Serving all of Orange County
- 5.0 stars · 13 Google reviews
- Mon–Sat: open 24 hours · Sun: calls & texts only
- (626) 487-6052
Google reviews
What Inland Empire and LA County customers say
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“Eli is the quintessential professional. He was quick to respond when I called to inquire about his services. Fortunately for me, he was able to accommodate my timeframe. He was prompt for our appointment, thoroughly explained his process, and completed the job well within the timeframe he promised. Eli's depth of knowledge was quickly apparent in the short time we spoke. It was also clear that Eli respected the bees and the important role they played in our environment. The one thing that stood out to me about Eli, and the thing I'll remember the most, is the positive energy he exudes. Not only does he do a good job, but he also leaves you with a sincere sense of satisfaction.”
D J A SGoogle review ·
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“We are a property management firm and have used this vendor multiple times. The always do a great job and are not afraid of complex bee problems.. The come back on time and stand behind their work. Highly recommended”
Damien MelleGoogle review ·
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“Eli really helped my parents today with their carpenter bee problem! He was very knowledgeable, friendly, and informative. He responded quickly and showed up the next day. Thank you, Eli! I would recommend him to anybody having a bee problem.”
Miranda ChavezGoogle review ·
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“We had a great experience with Eli the Bee Guy! He responded quickly, was professional, affordable, and kept us informed every step of the bee removal process. He clearly explained what he was doing and made the entire experience smooth and stress free. If you're looking for reliable bee removal or bee rescue services, I highly recommend Eli. Excellent service from start to finish. Thank you, Eli, for your outstanding work. We truly appreciate your help!”
Amanda Zito, RealtorGoogle review ·
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“This man is a saint walking on earth. He made himself available for a last-minute request and shared his own proprietary system for removing the bees ethically from my apartment building… He really didn’t have to help us as much as he did, but he did because he cares. And I’m so grateful to have connected with him. Please recommend Eli The Bee Guy!”
Jax SantiagoGoogle review ·
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“Eli was awesome! Prompt, professional and dedicated to making sure the job gets done and the bees are relocated to local beekeepers. I'd definitely recommend his services!”
Chris WilliamsGoogle review ·
Real reviews from my Ontario Google Business Profile, which serves Riverside.Read all 255 on Google
FAQ
Riverside bee removal questions
Do you service Riverside, CA?
Yes. Riverside is about 16 miles from my Ontario location, and I cover all of Riverside County. Call (626) 487-6052 to set up a free inspection.
Are the bees killed or relocated?
I remove bees alive whenever I can and relocate them to vetted local beekeepers. I’m a beekeeper, not an exterminator, and I don’t use poison on honey bees.
Can you remove bees from inside a wall or roof in Riverside?
Yes, hives in palm trees, tree hollows and attics are routine work for me. I open up the cavity, take out the colony and all of the honeycomb, and then seal the entry point so bees don’t move back in.
Is bee removal free in Riverside?
The inspection is free. The removal isn’t, because a proper live removal costs time, fuel, equipment and liability. Swarm removal is $250. A structural removal from a wall, roof or chimney usually runs $375 to $1,000, depending on how much I have to open up and seal. I’ll give you the exact price before any work starts. More on what goes into bee removal cost.
How fast can you get here?
Often, yes. I’m open 24 hours Monday through Saturday, and a lot of the time I can come out the same day. If anyone in the house has a severe allergy to bee stings, tell me when you call. See emergency bee removal.
Do you remove wasps and yellow jackets in Riverside too?
Yes. I take care of wasp and yellow jacket nests too, including aggressive ground nests near patios, pools and play areas.
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Free consultation
Get a free inspection and quote in Riverside
Tell me what you’re seeing and where, and I’ll get back to you. For swarms or allergy emergencies, call (626) 487-6052.
- Free inspection & honest pricing
- Live relocation with no poison
- Hive removal & entry-point patching