Wasps can sting multiple times, causing pain and allergic reactions.
Their nests can damage property if left untreated.
A wasp infestation can disrupt outdoor activities and pose risks to children and pets.
Wasps often create nests under roof edges, visible as papery, round structures.
Dark, warm spaces are ideal for wasps to nest.
Look for small nests hidden in thick vegetation.
They commonly choose shaded areas near human activity.
Open garages with less foot traffic attract wasps seeking shelter.
Known for umbrella-shaped nests, they are less aggressive unless provoked.
Aggressive scavengers that build nests in walls or underground.
Larger than most wasps, hornets are highly defensive and build large, aerial nests.
Non-aggressive species that create nests using mud.
Solitary wasps that burrow into the ground to lay eggs.
Roof eaves and attics.
Outdoor shrubs and trees.
Wall voids and cracks.
Underground burrows.
Porches and patios.
Seal cracks and crevices in walls and roofs.
Remove food sources like sugary drinks and exposed trash.
Trim shrubs and trees near your home.
Install screens on windows and vents.
Regularly inspect outdoor spaces for new nests.
Use store-bought sprays to target nests directly.
Spraying soapy water on small nests can suffocate wasps.
Experts ensure safe and effective removal of large nests.
Use bait traps to reduce the wasp population around your home.
Wasps sting to protect themselves or their nest. They use their sting as a defense mechanism when they feel threatened.
If you get stung by a wasp, you can clean affected area with soap, apply cold pack and take antihistamine for itching or pain.
Yes, some wasps do pollinate flowers while they are searching for nectar. However, they are not as effective at pollination as bees.
Yes, some types of wasps, like yellowjackets, can attack and kill bees. They might do this to steal honey or to use bees as food for their larvae.
Paper wasps can be quite beneficial to gardens, even though they sometimes nibble on fruit. They help control pests like caterpillars, beetle larvae and flies by feeding on them. They also contribute to pollination by consuming nectar from flowers.
A wasp sting usually causes a red, swollen bump on the skin and it is itchy. In some cases, it may lead to more severe allergic reactions.
