Wasp, Hornet, and Yellow Jacket Pest Control Services
Removing the nests of these stinging pests can be extremely hazardous, provoking repeated attacks. Our pest control professionals provide nest removal and spray treatment services, using our barrier treatment spray, to lower your risk of stings and help prevent wasps from returning to your yard.
Wasp Nest Removal Process
Our professionals can either remove and treat a specific nest or all stinging pests in your yard. Before we begin treatment, we locate and remove or destroy the nests in your yard using specialized tools, pesticides, safety gear, and professional techniques.
Our approach to professional wasp nest removal services varies based on the type of pest:
- Common wasp nest removal. Most wasp nests are in small cavities in trees, rocks, wood piles, or outdoor structures. We will remove these from your property before spraying to deter a future nest.
- Hornet nest removal. These nests are usually located in trees or bushes, eaves, and other overhangs. We prefer to remove the nests in the morning or evening when hornets are less active, though we can work with your schedule.
- Yellow jacket nest removal. These nests are found underground, making them the most difficult to remove and the most hazardous; anyone mowing or enjoying the yard is vulnerable. We destroy these nests in the ground rather than extracting them.
Once the targeted nests have been removed or destroyed, if you would like additional service, we’ll move on to inspecting, treating, and restoring your landscape to deter other stinging or biting pests.
Spray Treatment and Control Process
Removing nests is an important first step. After that, control services with our barrier treatment spray help kill remaining stinging pests and deter them from building a new home on your property for up to 21 days. Before we begin applying any wasp treatment, we’ll review all options and walk you through our process. Our technicians are trained to target areas where wasps, hornets, and yellow jackets live and to avoid areas with honeybees and other pollinators.
Prevention
After the treatment has been properly applied, we’ll discuss safety precautions and preventive methods for dealing with wasps around your home. It’s ideal to get ahead of new issues early. The moment you spot these pests around your home or locate a nest, stay away from that location, and call our service team for professional wasp and hornet control.
Stinging Pests Aren’t Welcome in Your Yard
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Frequently Asked Questions
Over-the-counter wasp and yellow jacket bug sprays may kill some of the insects, especially when directly applied to a nest. However, non-professional bug spray will disturb the surviving yellow jackets and likely result in a more aggressive attack. This is why handling or applying yard spray for yellow jackets should be a professional job with a more effective formula.
In winter, hornets have likely abandoned their nest already, so it's usually safe to remove and dispose of the nest. However, depending on the location and climate, removing a wasp or hornet nest can still be dangerous in winter. If you find a hornet nest around your home, contact your local Squad for hornet removal service.
We don’t recommend it. Wasps can sting multiple times, and incorrect nest removal can lead to a wasp attack and potentially severe reactions. When you hire our professionals for wasp removal service, not only will we safely remove the wasp colony, but we’ll also apply a wasp barrier spray to deter them from returning.
Yes, wasps can sting multiple times because their stingers are smooth and do not get stuck in the skin like a honeybee's. Their stings can cause swelling, pain, and allergic reactions that require medical attention.