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Bee Vac Manufacturing is Restarting!
It’s been a tough couple of years, and personal situations have unfortunately prevented us from manufacturing bee vacs. The good news is that things have recently changed for the better! We’re excited to be restarting production, and we’re thrilled to announce our new website is now live! We plan to have bee vacs back in stock by mid-year 2025. Thank you for your patience.
Bushkill Bee Vac The Original One-and-Done Bee Vac
Maximize your efficiency with the Bushkill Bee Vac — the most reliable, bee-friendly vacuum system for swarm captures and full bee removals. Engineered to reduce stress on bees and simplify the process for beekeepers, it’s the smarter choice for every hive rescue.
Bushkill Bee Vac
The last bee vac you’ll ever need.
Are you frustrated with the limitations of the standard “box-in-a-box” bee vac design?
- Struggling to get bees out of the screened inner box?
- Tired of swapping or emptying cages mid-removal?
- Losing bees to overheating?
- Wishing you could reunite cut-out brood and the queen with the colony—right on site?
Stop the stress. Get a Bushkill Bee Vac today—and make every removal smoother, safer, and more efficient.
Why Choose Our Bee Vac?
Preferred by Pros
Proudly endorsed by the Wildlife Pro Network and relied on by more nuisance wildlife professionals than any other bee vac.
Eco Friendly
Our commitment to sustainability includes using pine that’s grown, harvested, and naturally dried right here in our local community. Read more…
Proven Design
Developed by a beekeeper who knows the challenges firsthand. With hundreds in service across the U.S., it’s the bee vac you can count on.
What Our Customers Say
★★★★★
“This beevac design is far superior to others on the market. You have the option of loads of power or a gentle nudge to get the bees in the hive body. It is the Bee’s Knees!”
Rob McKay
Shreveport, Louisiana
★★★★★
“A fantastic Bee Vac, worked great, no Bees killed. I even added a second deep box during the removal with no issues. Easy transition to the hive.”
Bob Griffin
Louisiana
★★★★★
“My dad used to tell me, “Anyone can get a job done 95% correct. But it takes an extra attention to detail and a lot of hard work to get that extra 5%.” The folks at Bushkill must have know my dad, because their beevac has the extra 5%.”
James Hale
Frankfort KY
Trusted Nationwide
From coast to coast, beekeepers and wildlife professionals alike rely on the Bushkill Bee Vac. With satisfied customers in nearly every state, our innovative design has earned a reputation for reliability, ease of use, and bee-friendly removals. Each pin on the map represents another happy customer.
Colorado Bee Vac
- Require a second transfer step to move bees into a hive—adding stress to the colony.
- Requires a dedicated vacuum—costly and inconvenient for occasional use.
- Only available in 10-frame size—no flexibility for different hive setups.
- Use small, fixed-length 1¼” hoses—prone to clogging and limited reach.
- Debris and dead bees are dumped directly onto the hive—unsanitary and disruptive.
- Suction adjustment methods can strain or damage the vacuum motor.
- Limited capacity—may require purchasing an extra box to handle larger colonies.
Bushkill Bee Vac*
- Single-step collection – No need to stress the bees a second time by transferring them into a hive.
- Flexible vacuum compatibility – Works with any standard wet/dry shop vac using a 2½” hose. Optional mounts available for leaf blower vacs—no need to dedicate a vac just for bee removals.
- Available in 8-frame and 10-frame sizes – Choose the model that fits your beekeeping setup.
- High-flow 2½” hose – Minimizes clogging and improves airflow for efficient bee collection.
- Clean transfer – Keeps debris and dead bees out of your hive—no messy dumping required.
- Hive-compatible & expandable – Easily adds standard hive bodies for larger removals.
- Safe, comb-based collection – Bees stay on comb, allowing them to remain in the vac for extended periods without stress.
- Fully ventilated – Designed for safe, secure bee transport.
- On-site uniting – Combine brood and queen at the removal site for a seamless transfer.
- Ladder-free operation – Use up to 40 feet of hose to access hard-to-reach areas without dragging it up a ladder.
Everything Bee Vac
- Require a second transfer step to move bees into a hive—adding stress to the colony.
- Requires a dedicated vacuum—costly and inconvenient for occasional use.
- Small volume—easily overheats
- Use small, fixed-length 1¼” hoses—prone to clogging and limited reach.
- Debris and dead bees are dumped directly onto the hive—unsanitary and disruptive.
- Limited capacity—may require purchasing an extra box to handle larger colonies.
- Timing critical—Bees must be removed from vac ASAP to prevent overheating & death
* Bushkill bee vac price is for base unit and assumes you have a wet/dry shop vac and hive bodies. If you need to purchase a vacuum to use, figure adding an additional $100 – $120 depending on which vacuum you buy.