S and B Apiaries

Beekeeper in Elmore, Alabama

5(1 reviews)
(334) 224-83555260 Sheppard Dr, Elmore, AL 36025View on Yelp
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About S and B Apiaries

S and B Apiaries is located in Elmore, Alabama, in Elmore County just north of Montgomery along the Alabama River corridor. They hold a perfect 5-star rating, which is a strong signal of quality in a field where reputation travels fast through local farming and gardening communities. Their dual focus on pest control and honey production makes them one of the more versatile beekeeping operations in Central Alabama. For farmers, landowners, and homeowners in this part of the state, having a local apiary that handles both live bee removal and honey sales under one roof is genuinely useful.

Services

Pest Control
Honey

Services & Process

S and B Apiaries combines honey production with pest control services, which in the beekeeping world typically means live bee removal from structures, trees, or other locations where swarms have taken up residence. Unlike extermination, live removal preserves the colony and relocates it to a managed hive, which is better for local pollinators and often preferred by homeowners. On the honey side, they produce and sell local Alabama honey, likely sourced from hives in Elmore County's rural landscapes. Customers in agricultural areas may also be able to discuss pollination services for crops or orchards.

Service Area

S and B Apiaries serves Elmore County and the surrounding Central Alabama region, including communities near Wetumpka, Millbrook, and Prattville. Their location also puts them within reasonable distance of Montgomery to the south and the Lake Martin area to the east. Rural properties throughout the county can benefit from both their bee removal and honey services.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between bee removal and extermination?
Live bee removal involves carefully extracting an active colony and relocating it to a managed hive where it can continue producing honey and pollinating crops. Extermination kills the bees, which is generally considered a last resort given the important role honeybees play in local agriculture and ecosystems.
How do I know if I have a bee problem that needs professional removal?
If you're seeing large numbers of bees entering and exiting a gap in your wall, roofline, or a hollow tree on your property, there's likely an established colony. A swarm that's been in place for more than a few days has probably started building comb, which means removal becomes more complex the longer you wait.
Does S and B Apiaries offer pollination services for farms or orchards?
Many small apiaries in Central Alabama provide hive rental or pollination arrangements for farmers growing crops that benefit from bee activity, such as blueberries, squash, or fruit trees. Call (334) 224-8355 to ask specifically about what pollination services they currently offer.
Will the bees come back after removal?
If the removal is done properly, including clearing out all comb and residue and sealing the entry points, returning bees are much less likely. Leaving behind old comb or honey can attract new swarms, so a thorough job matters. Ask the provider what's included in their removal process.
What kind of honey does S and B Apiaries produce?
Honey from Elmore County hives tends to reflect the region's mix of wildflowers, agricultural crops, and riverside vegetation near the Alabama River. The exact varieties available will depend on the season and recent harvests, so it's worth calling ahead to see what's currently in stock.
Is it safe to have bees removed from inside my home's walls?
Yes, when done by an experienced professional it's a safe process, though it may require opening part of the wall to fully extract the colony and comb. Leaving a colony inside a wall long-term can lead to honey seeping into drywall or attracting other pests once the bees are gone, so removal sooner is generally better.

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