Dealing with Wasps and Hornet nests safely.

Treatment of Wasp or Hornet nests.

wasp & hornet nest control

Every wasp and hornet nest is unique, some are extremely aggressive and some are very placid. You can never tell which way it is going to go. Some common wasps in particular are extremely defensive and will attack people for no apparent reason even if they are some meters away from the nest.
But in almost every case, as soon as the nest is treated there is an immediate build up of wasps or hornets at the entrance to the nest. The act of injecting the insecticide under pressure into the nest triggers a reaction from the wasps inside the nest and also the wasps returning to the nest from their foraging duties which are aware that something has happened. So for a brief while there is a build up of wasps outside the nest entrance, but normally after 20 minutes or so, they settle down and start entering the nest as usual.
As they enter the nest they carry the insecticide into the nest with them and this effects all the occupants of the nest.
We always advise customers to close any windows and stay away from the area of the nest for a brief time after it has been treated.

Dealing with dead Wasps or Hornets after treatment.

Be aware that dead wasps or hornets can still sting if they are stepped on with bare feet. If you have had a wasp nest treatment recently, the chances are that there will be dead wasps on the ground and this should be kept in mind. If you have children, make sure that they always have some sort of protection on their feet when playing in the garden after a nest treatment.

How to deal with Wasp or Hornet nests inside a house.

If you have wasps that are gaining entry into the house, try and locate where they are getting in, sometimes it’s just a small hole or gap that can be taped over to prevent them gaining access.
If you can take a look around the outside of the house, paying particular attention to the roof, you will very quickly notice where the nest is. Watch our wasp nest identifiction video to help you know what to look for
In some more serious cases, (most usually in older houses) wasps and hornets manage to build a nest inside the house and have gone unnoticed until the occupants start getting stung. If you find yourself in this situation, the best course of action is to try and locate the area or room that the nest is in, open the windows, shut the doors and keep everyone out of that room. Call us immediately to deal with the problem.

Allergic reaction to wasp or hornet stings.

As stated on other pages of the site, wasp and hornet stings can produce an Anaphylactic Shock in some people. You won’t know if you are allergic to wasp or hornet stings until you are stung. Anaphylactic Shock is an allergic reaction and Wasps, Hornets and Bee stings can all produce this effect.
If you are stung and feel unwell, seek immediate medical attention. Don’t leave it, as it can be dangerous, producing low blood pressure and inflammation of the lungs.


We charge a flat fee of £40.00 to treat a Wasp or Hornet nest regardless of it's location.
We have no hidden extra charges such as VAT or for unnecessary surveys.
Any secondary nests found on your property we charge an additional £10.00 per nest.
All work is guaranteed.
We work WEEKENDS too! So if you have found a nest whilst out in your garden and it's a Saturday or Sunday, don't worry, just give us a call and we will come straight out.