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The Bee Hunter

Pest Control

About us

The Bee Hunter, Jim Abraham, is an experienced bee removal professional with over 25 years of experience. I am located in Pittsburgh, PA and specialize in the removal of stinging insects, such as wasps, hornets, yellow jackets, bumble bees, honey bees, carpenter bees, and ground bees. No subs. No travel charges. Costs determined by the job. Additional DBA - Bee Con Inc. Super Service Award winning. The best way to contact the Bee Hunter is always by phone (412)965-2448.

Business highlights

27 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Removal, Control & Prevention - Bees, Hornets, Wasps & Yellow Jackets.

Services we don't offer

General Pest Control- Termites, Carpenter Ants & Wildlife.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

5%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

5.0280 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
98%
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2%
3
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Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.7
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-25 of 280 reviews

Adrianne R.
08/2020
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I called Jim on Sunday night after I discovered a yellow jacket nest the hard way, and he was out first thing Monday morning. He found the exact location of the nest, took care of it, and also sprayed a different wasp nest under an overhang. He was fast, very professional, and even put my lawn mower back in my shed (I left it out after getting stung). I would definitely hire him again and would recommend him to anyone.
Description of Work: removal of yellow jacket nest

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Carmen B.
10/2019
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Quick response to phone message and was at house within hours to perform needed service. Very professional and positive experience.
Description of Work: Removed yellow jacket nest from attic

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$450

Tracey V.
08/2019
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
He rapidly responded to my request for a quote. Gave me a good price for the work. Completed the work within two days of my request. Removed the nest and applied a preventive substance. Overall, I give the Bee Hunter an A+ rating and highly recommend his service.
Description of Work: Removed hornets' nest

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Niki P.
08/2019
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
The Bee Hunter got back to me very quickly, was able to come and do the job very soon after I spoke with him, and arrived on time. He took care of the wasp's nest, and I've had no problems since!
Description of Work: Wasp nest was removed from inside an exterior light fixture

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$160

Michael N.
08/2018
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Good communication. Worked well with the tenant. Got the job done fast.
Description of Work: Removed bees from the wall of my duplex.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Marty F.
08/2018
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Jim was totally responsive, professional and punctual. I called at 7:30 am and he was at my house at 10:30 am the same day! He identified the problem--yellow jacket nest UNDER the sidewalk leading to my front door. He suited up and sprayed the nest and took care of the problem. He said that if there was any re-infestation at the same location he would come out again and deal with it for free. The problem was solved, no stinging insects have reappeared. Jim also, at my request, took a look around the back of the house to check if there were any other nests. I highly recommend The Bee Hunter for this type of problem.
Description of Work: Stinging insects at sidewalk near front door

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$241

Timothy L.
08/2018
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
After returning home from vacation the last week of July, while working outside, spotted several bees and after inspecting closely, noticed a hole where bees were entering at the corner of my house under the siding. Had tried using some spray from the store which I thought worked but about a week later, they were back and I decided it was time to call in the Bee Hunter. Jim answered when I called around 6 PM on a Wednesday and I explained the situation. He let me know he was all booked up and could come on either Friday or Saturday. Friday came and by late afternoon, I gave him a call just to make sure he hadn't forgotten about me and he said he didn't and said he would be out the next day and we text me later in the evening to give me an approximate time and sure enough I got a text. I then got a text the next morning giving me a better time and even got a text with a better time and then even one more when he was running a few minutes late. Once he got there, he and his assistant looked things over and even came inside to assess the situation and then he told me exactly what he would do and how much it would be which was around where I thought so I said to go ahead. Within 30 minutes, he had sprayed to bring them out and then fogged them inside and let me know to avoid the area for 24 hours and I should see the activity pretty much clear and be totally gone in a week but if I still am seeing them to give him a call. It's now been about 5 hours and I haven't seen any more bees around the area
Description of Work: Removal of yellow jacket nest in corner of foundation wall

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$338

Evan G.
04/2018
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Jim was incredibly easy to deal with and very professional in how he handles himself and his business. He was responsive to all calls and questions and did not leave anything up in the air. He was forthcoming and honest and did not attempt to guess or assume anything until he saw the issue himself. I will only be using Jim in the future in any problems arise. I was having an issue with what I assumed were honey bees entering my home and nesting in my chimney or exterior wall. I called Jim and explained my issue and he told me that once the weather was appropriate he would schedule a time to come out and assess the issue. About a week or so later, as the weather got warmer, he called to set up an appointment time that worked for me. He called the night before to give me a more exact time and then called the day of about 45 minutes prior to arrival to give me an even more exact time and was even 5 minutes early which I appreciated. He and one of his crew members were polite and professional when meeting them and they immediately got to work and allowed me to tell them what I had seen and show them where my issue was occurring. Within a few minutes he was able to come to the conclusion that I in fact did not have honey bees but mason bees that were relatively more of a nuisance than an issue. He told me how to take care of these on my own and did not attempt to force any service or product to make a sale. He then explained that he does offer a whole home and yard preventative service that includes a warranty for removal if any bees would still nest on my property. He offered to do it the same day or come back later if I wanted to think about it. Ultimately I chose to put that off for now but will not hesitate to call and hire Jim in the future for any bee needs. After he left, I managed to find a dead bee and he offered to assess the bee via picture messages to ensure that it was a mason bee problem. I am more than happy with the service he provided and again, I will solely be using Jim for any future needs. Thank you again!
Description of Work: Bee Assessment

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Deborah C.
03/2018
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
He was professional. Explained what he was going to do prior to performing work.
Description of Work: Yellow jackets in exterior wall of house

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Cheri N.
01/2018
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
This man is the ultimate professional. We thought the yellow jackets were under our siding, but Jim came inside and found the nest by feeling the warmth through the ceiling. He opened the windows, cut a hole in the ceiling and they fell out like rushing water and went out the windows. He sealed the hole, cleaned the area and told us it would take a few days for them to be completely gone. The next day I had a question, called and he answered immediately. Not only is he a professional, he is very personable. He uses insecticides are safe for pets. We will have him back in the spring for preventive spraying.
Description of Work: Yellow jackets were removed from living room ceiling and an underground nest in the yard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$650

SUSAN S.
10/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Well. He explained in detail what would be done and what I should do after the nest was removed.
Description of Work: Taking out a wasp’s nest

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Maria B.
10/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
First Rate Exceptional experience. There are many positive adjectives to describe Jim, The Bee Hunter. Such as: professional, knowledgeable, polite, organized & quick to respond. But what we were most impressed with was his strong & fearless work ethic & his understanding of the customer’s needs & fears. A+++
Description of Work: We were set to put up new drywall in our hallway when we had yellow jackets start appearing a few at a time in our house daily. We did not know where they were coming from. So, for safety sake we cancelled the repairs & called The Bee Hunter, who had terrific reviews. First surprise! We got Jim & not an answering machine. We told him about our dilemma. He informed us that yellow jackets were active from noon to 4 PM & would be going in & out of their nest outdoors for pollen. He told us to check the outdoor perimeter of the house for activity. We found the troubled area & saw we were unable to deal with the matter ourselves, so we called Jim. Again we got Jim & not an answering machine. He was busy at another job at the time, but he said he could come out to do the work for us that afternoon if we wanted him. We said yes & true to his word. He was at our house quickly that afternoon. Because he was unable to address the problem from the outside, he was left with having to cut a small hole in the bathroom wall for the extermination & removal of the nest. He cleaned up & carried out the nest. So far our home is yellow jacket free. Thanks to the expert know how skills of Jim! Hope we stay bee free. But if not then he’s the man we call. Jim is truly an expert in what he specializes. We will recommend him to friends and family.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Cheri N.
10/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
He is fabulous. We thought they were going under the siding outside and we also had one in the ground and he looked at the siding where they were going in, he came in and he put his hand on the ceiling along the wall and he said there it is, I feel it, the warmth. And he said I am gonna have to cut a whole in your ceiling, and I said oh no we just had the ceiling repaired last year and re-plastered so he said we have to get it out of there, they will continue to multiply and eventually they will eat through your ceiling and you don't want them in your house. So he put down tarps and he cut a hole and he cleared out a huge bag of yellow jacket nests and bees and cleaned up. He's just such a nice person. He's just so nice, he was good with the, he played with my dog. He is extremely professional, he knows exactly what he's doing, he said give it 48 hours you'll still see some around but if they're not gone in 48 hours I have a guarantee, and he signed it and gave it to me. We've had him before and had the same experience with him. The price included the nest in the ceiling and it also included the nest in the ground. He'll do the job. He'll solve the problem. I was just impressed he knew it was in the ceiling instead of under the siding. No, and as soon as he opened it I mean they filled the room. I know, it was amazing to watch.
Description of Work: He removed a yellow jacket nest from my living room ceiling.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$615

Flo L.
09/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Very efficient and effective visit.
Description of Work: Jim was able to diagnose and treat the bee hive in my home. He did exactly what he said he would do and took time answer my questions.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$375

John W.
09/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
We called The Bee Hunter early on Thursday afternoon. He responded that he could come later the same afternoon, and that he would call when he was on his way. He came, examined the area of the problem, and set about to get rid of the pests. He was extremely professional, and at the same time very personable. He suited up, moved things away from the problem area (stashing them neatly nearby), lifted a few deck boards to expose the nest, and treated the area. When finished he replaced the boards, and gave us instructions to stay out of the area for 48 hours, after which we could re-anchor the deck boards (using long screws rather than simply re-nailing them), use the area, and let the cats out.
Description of Work: Two days ago we observed one end of our raised deck swarming with insects like small yellow jackets. Checking the area, my wife got stung twice. We normally let our cats out on the deck, but now we kept them inside.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Deborah C.
09/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Jim responded promptly to my phone call. He provided the services needed when he said he would be there and kept me updated the day of service as to his arrival time. Jim was courteous and professional, he explained what he was going to do after assessing the situation
Description of Work: Yellow jackets were in my foundation and they were hired to eliminate

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$375

Judy W.
09/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
He's terrific. It always goes well! We've been using him for several years now and will continue to do so.
Description of Work: Jim does an excellent job. He's professional, comes in on time, and lets us know what we need to do before he begins the job, such as closing windows, etc.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

NicHOLAS C.
09/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Jim suggested calling a smaller local company to "treat" them(even though they arent there) and provide a certification. It should only take a minute or two and he didnt want to have to charge me $300 for a service call. Terminix suggested a $300
Description of Work: I am in the process of selling my home and the home inspection noted carpenter bee holes in the cedar ceiling of a covered deck. We had carpenter bees two summers ago. I sprayed them at night and they didn't come back this year. But I left two holes unfilled so the VA Loan folks now require proof that a professional treatment is done. Jim suggested calling a smaller local company to "treat" them(even though they arent there) and provide a certification. It should only take a minute or two and he didnt want to have to charge me $300 for a service call. Terminix suggested a $300 service call even though no service would be done. Thanks, Nick Chotta 159 Cranbrooke Dr. Coraopolis, PA 15108 724 622 7912

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Kenneth K.
08/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Jim was friendly, timely and professional. He observed another nest on the other side of the window and also eradicated that one. I would definitely use him again and recommend him.
Description of Work: We had a nest of yellow jackets coming into the window on the second floor.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$321

Stephen M.
08/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Came when promised. Was 100% effective in eliminating the swarm of bees.
Description of Work: Killed swarm of honey bees that got into our house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Lorraine G.
08/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Jim was very responsive and professional. He definitely knows his business. We were a bit taken back by the price of $400.00 plus tax. We just did not have the time, with the bees/hornets around to get other quotes. The service though was very good and timely.
Description of Work: We had a swarm of bees/hornets in the eave of our porch, under gutter guards. Jim sprayed the areas and assured us the bees would be gone and after a week it appears they are. Hopefully they will not return,

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Charles Y.
08/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Jim responded very promptly to our call. It was raining all day and he had to wait a day to come over as he needed to see the insects to see if they were wasps, yellow jackets or whatever. Upon arriving at our house the next day, he said they were wasps. That was good as he said he typically charges $150 to deal with a wasp nest, but more to deal with yellow jackets. I assumed that yellow jackets are more aggressive and harder to treat. Very professional and I highly recommend.
Description of Work: Saw a bunch of wasps flying out of several holes underneath the outside roof of our garage.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Mary Lynn G.
08/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I called The Bee Hunter around 10:00 in the morning. He answered immediately, and told me he could be at my house in the late afternoon. He texted me a few times to keep me apprised of his arrival time. He arrived at the expected time. He took care of the nest quickly and cleaned up the little bit of plant debris that resulted. He is very professional, and I would highly recommend him.
Description of Work: I had a bald/white face hornet nest in my yard just beyond my front door.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Lauren D.
07/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Pests were killed effectively and work was guaranteed until the end of the year.
Description of Work: Two active wasp nests at high peaks in our house needed to be removed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$190

Thomas M.
07/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
they got rid of them and showed me how to get rid of them.
Description of Work: sprayed for yellow jackets

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$50

Contact information

1275 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15221

http://www.thebeehunter.com

Service hours

Sunday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Licensing

Insured

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
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Service Categories

Pest Control

FAQ

The Bee Hunter is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

Sunday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Monday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

The Bee Hunter accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, The Bee Hunter does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, The Bee Hunter offers eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, The Bee Hunter offers a 5% senior discount.
Yes, The Bee Hunter offers emergency services.
Yes, The Bee Hunter offers warranties.
The Bee Hunter offers the following services: Removal, Control & Prevention - Bees, Hornets, Wasps & Yellow Jackets.
General Pest Control- Termites, Carpenter Ants & Wildlife.

Contact information

1275 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15221

http://www.thebeehunter.com

Service hours

Sunday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM