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Wasps & Hornets

WASPS & HORNETS

Vespidae

Aggressive Stingers Near Your Home

Wasps, hornets, and yellow jackets can sting multiple times and become aggressive when threatened. Nests near high-traffic areas pose significant risks, especially for those with allergies. Late summer is peak season for aggressive behavior.

SIGNS OF INFESTATION

  • Paper-like nests under eaves, in trees, or in ground
  • Increased wasp activity around your property
  • Ground nests in lawn or garden (yellow jackets)
  • Wasps entering and exiting wall voids
  • Chewed wood on decks or fences
  • Wasps hovering around food and drinks outdoors

PREVENTION TIPS

  • Seal gaps in siding, soffits, and around windows
  • Keep outdoor garbage cans tightly sealed
  • Don't leave food or drinks uncovered outside
  • Remove fallen fruit from your yard
  • Paint or stain exposed wood
  • Hang fake wasp nests to deter new colonies

WHY THEY'RE DANGEROUS

Can sting multiple times (unlike bees)

Stings can cause severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)

Yellow jackets are particularly aggressive

Nests can house thousands of stinging insects

INTERESTING FACTS

Wasps can recognize human faces

Only female wasps can sting

A single nest can contain 5,000+ wasps

They're actually beneficial predators of pest insects

OUR TREATMENT APPROACH

We safely remove nests using protective equipment and targeted treatments. We treat both the nest and surrounding area to eliminate returning wasps. For ground nests, we use specialized dust applications.

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