Wasp nests can pose a serious threat to your safety, particularly when the wasps feel threatened. Wasps are capable of stinging multiple times and releasing a pheromone that signals other wasps to come to their defence. Even for those not allergic, repeated stings can result in severe health risks. Wasps tend to become more aggressive in autumn as their natural food sources dwindle, making them a common and hazardous nuisance.
While wasps play an essential role in controlling pests like flies and caterpillars, human-made structures often provide ideal nesting sites, which can lead to inflated populations. If left untreated, wasp nests can cause extensive damage to property, particularly fruits and ceilings during autumn.
Before our technician arrives, it’s essential NOT to block the entrance to the wasp nest. Blocking the entrance will provoke the wasps, making them more aggressive and challenging to deal with. Our expert technicians ensure a safe and efficient removal process.
Once the nest is treated, wasp activity will typically remain high for up to 3 hours, although this may stop much sooner. For your safety, follow these aftercare guidelines:
Keep People and Pets Away – Ensure everyone stays clear of the treated area until all activity ceases.
Close Windows – This keeps wasps from entering your home. We also recommend informing your neighbours about the treatment.
Nests Cannot Be Reused – Once treated, a wasp nest cannot be used again.
Wasp Nests Are Permanent – Wasps cannot relocate their nests. Once established, it will remain in place for its lifespan of 7–8 months.
Rapid Nest Growth – Starting with just one queen in spring, a nest can house up to 10,000 wasps by autumn.
Unique Construction – Wasps create nests from a papier-mâché-like material, which doesn’t rot or smell. If you choose to remove the nest, wait at least 4 weeks to ensure no larvae are left.
Autumn Activity – In autumn, dying wasps may be visible for up to 20 days. Avoid blocking the nest entrance until you’re certain it’s inactive.
At PEST-SHIELD, we use biodegradable insecticides that are highly effective against wasps while being safe for humans and pets. Our treatment targets the nest or entrance, eliminating the colony quickly and safely.
While wasp nests naturally die out in winter, an untreated nest can produce up to 100 fertile queens that hibernate and start new nests the following year. Wasps are particularly aggressive in autumn when they’re feeding on rotting fruit, which increases the risk of stings and property damage.
Wasp nests can also cause unsightly stains on ceilings and may even eat through them in some cases.
Visible Nest Activity – Look for wasps entering and exiting a hole in walls, the roof, or even the ground between May and November.
Attraction to Lights – Wasps often get attracted to lights inside homes during autumn, mistaking them for sunrise.
External Nests – Some wasps build nests outside, in trees or bushes. Look for signs of nests in these areas as well.
Wasps build their nests using a mixture of chewed wood and saliva, creating lightweight, waterproof structures. If your nest is located in a loft, PEST-SHIELD offers misting or fogging treatments to target hibernating queens, reducing the chance of new nests next year.
Autumn Aggression – Wasps are most troublesome in autumn when they feed on rotting fruit, causing them to become disoriented and more aggressive. They often enter homes more frequently at this time, attracted to indoor lights.
Wasp Traps – To reduce wasp presence, we offer installations and weekly servicing of reusable wasp traps for properties across Newcastle, Sunderland, Durham, and beyond.
For expert wasp control and nest removal in Newcastle, Sunderland, Durham, and the surrounding areas, trust PEST-SHIELD to protect your home and family from these aggressive pests. Reach out today to ensure your property remains safe and free from the dangers of wasps.
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