Varroa mite treatment
Varroa destructor is one of the greatest threats facing honeybee colonies today. At Penpest, we provide professional varroa mite inspection and treatment services to help beekeepers on the Mornington Peninsula protect their hives. With accurate mite testing and proven treatment methods, we give your colonies the best chance of staying healthy and productive.
Colony health
Protecting your hives from varroa
Varroa mites can devastate an untreated colony within months. Our varroa treatment services are designed to detect infestations early and apply the right treatment at the right time to keep your bees alive and thriving.
We use a combination of monitoring and proven treatment methods to give your colony the best chance of survival. Here's what sets us apart:
- Proven Treatment Methods. We use industry-approved treatments including oxalic acid and organic miticides, applied at the correct time and dosage to maximise effectiveness while minimising harm to your colony.
- Accurate Mite Testing. Before any treatment, we carry out a thorough mite count using the alcohol wash method to establish your hive's infestation level. This ensures treatment is only applied when necessary and allows us to monitor whether it has been effective.
- Transparent Pricing. Our varroa mite treatment services are competitively priced, with costs depending on the number of hives and treatment required. Treatments start at $220 incl. GST and full pricing is found in our booking page. If cost is a concern, don't hesitate to reach out—we're committed to making varroa management accessible to all beekeepers because healthy bees matter to everyone.
Trust Penpest to deliver effective, professional varroa mite management that keeps your colonies strong and productive.
Why early treatment matters
Varroa mites reproduce rapidly—a small, untreated infestation can collapse a colony in as little as one season. Regular monitoring and timely treatment are essential. Whether you keep one hive or many, we can help you build a varroa management plan that suits your situation.
Testimonials
We love working with amazing people
“Bees set up home in the chimney. Penpest sorted it out. Brought a hive and allowed the bees to relocate to a safe new home. Fantastic service.”
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“Harry helped with our spiders, great to deal with and did a good job! Thanks again”
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“Thanks so much Magnus for coming to my property and dealing with a rodent issue I was having. Friendly, accommodating and very knowledgeable with his work. Price was good.”
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“Magnus from Penpest is absolutely exceptional. From start to finish, he delivered service that went far beyond my expectations. His expertise is immediately clear—he thoroughly inspected the property, explained the situation in a way that was easy to understand, and offered effective, honest solutions without any pressure. Magnus is incredibly professional, punctual, and genuinely cares about delivering the best possible results. His attention to detail and commitment to customer satisfaction are unmatched. The quality of his work shows—our pest issue was resolved quickly and completely, and he provided great guidance to help prevent future problems. If you’re looking for reliable, trustworthy, and truly outstanding pest control service, Magnus at Penpest is the person you want. Highly recommended!”
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“Harry Pittock treated my property for ant infestation about a week ago. He was friendly and courteous in all his communications, arrived at the agreed time and now I have no more ants. I recommend this company to others.”
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“Can't fault Harry and Penpest. Quote and then booking was so easy. Turned up on time and was so professional and easy to deal with. Great work and will def use again.”
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“We engaged Harry for a termite, silverfish and rodent inspection. He was very thorough and suggested a preventative treatment to ensure that we don't encounter issues in the future. He was very courteous, his prices were reasonable, and his communication and punctuality were faultless. We will use Harry annually going forward and would highly recommend his services to everyone.”
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