2025年2月14日 · Dealing with a wasp nest on or around your home is no picnic, and your best bet may be to call an exterminator. That said, you can often take care of the problem yourself—and we’re here to help out. We’ve provided several effective ways to kill off wasp nests, but be sure to take the safety precautions we’ve also listed.

2023年12月9日 · Wasps make nests from wood fiber and clay. They build their nest in trees and branches (bald-faced hornets), house eves (paper wasps), side of homes (mud daubers, potter wasps), and random holes and containers (yellowjackets). Some even excavate large holes in the ground (cicada killer wasps).

Below are pictures of wasp nests, some of them sent in to me by readers sharing their experiences. A social wasp nest, depending on the species and number of wasps, can be a fantastic and sophisticated structure - truly architectural masterpieces to rival the honeycombs made by honey bees!

2023年6月4日 · Have you noticed a wasp nest near your home or suspect one? This guide shares common signs, how to identify different types, and get rid of them safely. Skip to content

2022年2月17日 · Generally speaking, wasp nests are nests with a small opening where wasps can enter and exit from. A hanging wasp nest looks like a hardened blob or a ball with an uneven shape and a papery appearance. Paper wasp nests resemble an open umbrella, while hornet nests are pear-shaped and have a hardshell cover.

2024年7月22日 · Learn the different types of wasps, and how to destroy wasp nests on your property. Wasps can be an annoying presence in your yard, building nests, buzzing around your backyard barbecues,...

2024年9月27日 · To remove a paper wasp nest, follow these steps: Wear proper protective clothing, including boots, pants, and long sleeves. Locate the nest on the underside of your eaves. Make sure it's open-faced and not a closed paper nest. Select the proper tool for removal.

2024年7月18日 · When Is the Best Time to Spray a Wasp Nest? Wasps are usually out foraging for food when it’s warm, so it’s best to spray nests at cooler times, like early morning, late evening and when the weather dips below 50 degrees. Then, they …

The best way to get rid of wasp nests is to stop wasps coming around in the first place. Wasps don’t like the smell of strong oils like cinnamon, peppermint, geranium, clove and lemongrass. You can make a spray with any of these and a little water. Spray in areas you’ve seen wasps before or where you removed the wasp nest from.

2024年6月3日 · We aren’t the only ones to welcome warmer weather, wasps do too and they could be sharing your home. Find out how to identify a wasp nest and what to do about it.