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BEEKEEPING LEARNING CENTER => HONEYBEE REMOVAL => Topic started by: Shanevrr on May 23, 2011, 09:43:32 pm

Title: Ok im jealous.......swarms
Post by: Shanevrr on May 23, 2011, 09:43:32 pm

I cant stand it anymore JP/HW.  I called about 10 exterminators today and got on there list from removals.  It seems they were glad to do this and they dont like dealing with bees lol.  Said they would gladly call me.  Having a bucket truck helps a lot it seems as they said a lot they find are high up and noone wants to deal with them.  I have very good carpenter skills and all the tools.  Plus a class A contracting licesnce.  You guys got any tips or shall I buy the training video? :-D

Title: Re: Ok im jealous.......swarms
Post by: hardwood on May 23, 2011, 09:55:24 pm

You can read up and watch videos in the removal forum but nothing can really prepare you but experience. I say just dive right in! We're all here for you if you need advice.

Make sure you have your equipment at the ready/

Scott

Title: Re: Ok im jealous.......swarms
Post by: Shanevrr on May 23, 2011, 10:42:56 pm

Im good at diving in lol, no problem with that department.  cant wait!!!  How do you get your calls HW?

Title: Re: Ok im jealous.......swarms
Post by: iddee on May 23, 2011, 10:46:07 pm

Scout each job before deciding.
Take a few easier ones first.
Don't hesitate to refuse one.  OR MORE!!
Take on each one without a rock solid plan. A few vague ideas, yes. Solid plan, NO.
Each job has to be ad libbed as you go along. Each time you make a move, the plan changes.
Be ready to adjust instantly.