When you have wasps buzzing around your head every time you go outside, it more than likely means that there is a nest somewhere that you aren’t seeing. It can be frustrating to struggle to find a wasp nests when you know there is one. Getting rid of wasp nests is the only real way to get rid of a wasp problem. If you get rid of wasps one at a time, you will lose that battle this summer. Effective Pest Services is here to share some tips to help you find and locate the wasp nests that is plaguing your outdoor activities.
Know How to Identify Wasp Nests
Before you can find a wasp nest, you need to know what you’re looking for. Here are the most common types of wasps and what their nests look like:
– Paper Wasp: The paper wasp will build nests that are made of gray paper-like substance and are usually the shape of an umbrella.
– Hornet: These nests are made from the same papery material, but they are going to be in the shape of a teardrop.
– Mud Dauber: You will find these nests are made of mud and look like cylinder shaped tubes.
– Yellow Jacket: Found both underground and above ground, yellow jackets build their nests out of a papery substance and will only have one hole to come in and out of.
Tips to Help Find a Wasp Nest
Now that you know what you’re looking for, let’s take a closer look at some tips to help you find a wasp nest.
– Flight Patterns: If you sit still and watch the wasps in your yard, you may start to notice that they are flying in the same direction. If you follow them long enough, they will lead you right to their nest.
– Listen: Wasps buzz pretty loud when they are flying around. If there is a large colony nearby, you will hear them much louder. Following the noise is always a good tip when it comes to finding nests.
– Check Common Nesting Areas: Wasps are going to build their nests in certain ideal nesting areas. They will usually pick somewhere that is shaded and somewhat protected from predators. This is why they often build them in cracks, holes, and crevices around your yard. They may also build a nest inside trees, shrubs, and other plant life. Another place that they will constantly try to build a nest is in eaves, overhangs, under decks, attics, doorframes, and even wall voids.
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If you find a wasp nest on your property, it is important that you don’t try to get rid of it on your own. These are incredibly aggressive insects, and they will fight to protect their nests. To avoid a painful sting, call on the pros at Effective Pest Services to keep your home and yard free of wasps this summer. Call us today!
