Southeast Michigan, Metro Detroit & Ann Arbor Area Wasp Treatment

How to Identify A Wasp Infestation?

Wasps are easy to confuse with other flying insects such as hornets, yellow jackets or even bees. Once you know what to look for, identifying a wasp and their nest is the first step towards keeping them out of your home and yard.

Wasps are larger flying insects. They are about the size of the yellow jacket and are typically yellow and black in color with stripes on their abdomen and lack “fuzz” on their bodies.

Wasps, like hornets, can sting multiple times. They make either a nest in a hole in the ground or in a paper-like hive. If you see a nest or even wasps flying around near your home, assessing the wasp problem promptly is key.

Why You Might Have Wasps

Wasps are looking for a place to build their nest. Their nest provides protection from the elements and predators. Wasps typically nest in the ground, so they are likely to remain in your yard. Take care not to accidentally step on their nest! Other types of wasps may decide to make their hive in the eaves or chimney of your home. This is a big problem because it is too dangerous for you to remove the nest yourself.

Your yard and home will be attractive to wasps if there is a food source close by. These flying insects are not pollinators, they are considered scavengers. When you are bothered at a picnic by any annoying pest trying to get in your pop, it is most likely a wasp.

Reasons to Treat Your Wasp Problem Immediately

Wasps, like their other flying insect counterparts, can be aggressive and like a hornet, they can sting multiple times. If you disturb a hive, this fact can lead to a very dangerous situation.

Although wasps can be a problem on your property when they nest inside your home or threaten your family, these are actually quite beneficial insects. They are known for eating pest insects and have even been deployed by the agricultural industry into farms and orchards to eliminate pests that are eating the harvest. Although they can be helpful, they can also be problematic. Wasp stings are painful and lead to swelling or other major health concerns.

If you are dealing with a wasp problem on your property and you feel like they are starting to invade your space, please contact a pest control professional to help you get rid of these insects and their nest without causing problems for you or your family members.

Serving SE Michigan, Guardian Pest Control is here to help with professional wasp nest removal and stinging insect control. Contact us today!