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Hive Parts, Protective Gear & Essential Tools

We stock the core equipment needed to build, maintain, and manage healthy honey bee colonies in South Central Texas.

From hive bodies and frames to protective clothing, smokers, feeders, and mite treatments, our supplies are selected for practical field use and long-term durability.

All items are available for scheduled local pickup at our Somerset, Texas location.

Description

Beekeeping Supplies

This section includes the core equipment and materials we keep in stock for managing honey bee colonies — from complete hive components to protective gear, tools, and mite treatments.

Whether ordering alongside bees or restocking your apiary, you can select a pickup date and schedule your visit to our Somerset, Texas location.

Hive Parts & Equipment

Complete hive bodies, frames, bottom boards, covers, feeders, and essential components needed to assemble or expand your equipment.

Protective Gear & Tools

Bee veils, jackets, full suits, gloves, smokers, hive tools, and inspection equipment — selected for comfort, safety, and practical use in active apiaries.

Mite Treatments & Health Management

Commonly used Varroa mite treatment options and monitoring tools to help maintain strong, productive colonies.

Built for Field Use

All woodenware is assembled for durability and either:

  • Primed and painted with quality exterior coating
  • Hot wax dipped for long-term protection

Equipment is field-ready at the time of pickup.

If you do not see a specific item listed, ask us. If it is not currently in stock, we can often order it or direct you to a reliable source.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Ordering & Pickup

All supplies are available by scheduled appointment at our Somerset, Texas location.

You may select a pickup date during checkout. If ordering bees and equipment together, your supplies can be picked up at the same time as your bee order.

Availability & Stock

We keep essential beekeeping equipment in stock throughout the year. Availability may vary depending on season and supplier inventory.

If an item is temporarily unavailable, we are often able to special order it or recommend a reliable source.

All orders remain subject to supplier and material availability. Prices may change without notice.

Hive Assembly & Finish

All wooden components are fully assembled for durability and ease of use.

Boxes and woodenware are either:

  • Primed and painted with quality exterior coating
  • Hot wax dipped for long-term weather protection

Equipment is field-ready at the time of pickup.

Do You Ship Supplies?

No. Supplies are available for local pickup only.

Pickup Information

Pickup Information

All orders are available by scheduled appointment at our Somerset, Texas location.

You will select an available pickup date during checkout.

Curbside-style pickup is available, or we are happy to show you the bees during your scheduled time.

Additional Information

All supplies are available for local pickup only. Shipping is not offered.

Wooden components are assembled and finished for long-term durability and outdoor use.

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