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Over 100,000 Bees Removed From Home

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (CBS) -- A bee service removed more than 100,000 bees from a home near Memphis.

The bees had started their honey production inside the walls of the house.

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Tom Tompkins, an exterminator with Papa T's Honey Bees, says keep the bees outside.

"Once the bees get into your house, a lot of people just want to kill them, but if they established a hive, you have to get the hive out of the house," Tompkins explained. "If you just kill them, the wax in the honey comb will just fall over time and create a bigger problem for you."

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People need to watch where the bees in their yard go.

Experts say if they've made it into your home or garage, seek help of a professional to get them out.

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