Wasp Control

Usually not. Wasp colonies die off in late autumn and winter, and the old nest isn’t reused the following year. Only the new queens survive, hibernating elsewhere, so an empty nest is no danger. However, nests can still be active in milder spells, and an old nest in a loft or wall cavity may need clearing or proofing. If you’re unsure whether a nest is still active, contact us and we’ll advise.

Wasps are slim with smooth, bright yellow and black bodies, and their nests have a papery, grey look. Bees are rounder and furrier. Bees are important pollinators and some are protected, so we check what you have before any treatment.

Wasps are most active from spring through to autumn, with nests growing and problems peaking in the late summer. You can have a nest at other times, so if you see wasps going in and out of one place, it’s worth getting it checked.

Wash the area, and apply a cold compress to ease the swelling. If you have breathing difficulties, swelling of the face or throat, or feel faint, call 999 straight away, because it could be a severe allergic reaction.

Yes. We treat nests in gardens, sheds, garages, lofts, wall cavities, outbuildings and commercial premises.