North Hampshire/Surrey

Paul Sweet
Mob: 07810 688 620

South West Hampshire

Philip Tarrant
Mob: 07702 085 605

Questions & answers about wasp nests

Peter Woodruff asked:

We have a Wasp/Hornet nest in an unused bird nest box. Is it absolutely necessary that we \'get rid\' of them. Please note we don\'t usually like to interfere with wild life of any kind and certainly have no desire to treat them as pests unless they really are a danger in any way.

This question was asked on 2012-06-20

Paul Sweet replied:

Hi Peter, it is entirely up to you if you want to have them nesting near you. The main problem comes when they become overly protective of their nest and start stinging. If the bird box is out of the way and not in an area which is used much then leave them alone. Any creature is only a pest when it is in the wrong location and comes into contact with people.

This reply was made on 2012-06-20

Peter Woodruff replied:

Thanks for your reply Paul. Its a small garden so not sure the are well away from us humans but based on your comments if we keep away from them I reckon we can live in peaceful and safe harmony.

This reply was made on 2012-06-21

Sharon asked:

I have noticed wasps entering a corner of our house, we have no loft space, should I just ignore it or will they damage our roof lining?

This question was asked on 2012-06-19

Paul Sweet replied:

Hi Sharon, if it is wasps, then they could damage felt or plastic barriers. Wasps are renowned for chewing their surroundings.

This reply was made on 2012-06-19

maurice asked:

Hi there, i recently moved into a 1st floor flat. I\'ve noticed during the day that on the outside a couple of wasps are going in and out underneath the windowsill on the outside(wood). in the evening and at night you can clearly hear a grinding noise. I haven\'t spotted any gaps in the window sill though. Could it be that the wasps are building a nest there?

This question was asked on 2012-06-01

Paul Sweet replied:

Hi Maurice, if its just one or two wasps at this time of year, then yes it is entirely possible that they are building a nest in the cavity of the wall underneath the window sill. Monitor it for a week or so and take a look at the photos on this site to identify what they are, if there is a slow increase in numbers and they are a defined yellow, with small black stripes and do not appear furry, then its wasps.

This reply was made on 2012-06-01

maurice replied:

cheers Paul.....can it be possible that they \"eat\" all the way through the windowsill until they\'re inside the flat?

This reply was made on 2012-06-01
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Our fee for treating a Wasp or Hornet nest is a straight forward £65.00. This cost includes all the expenses associated with the treatment, such as callouts, climbing ladders, working in lofts, and any essential treatments. There are no hidden costs, and we want to ensure that you know exactly what you will be paying for our services.

If you've discovered additional nests on your property, we can treat them during the same visit for an extra £15.00 per nest. This offer is only applicable if treated at the time of the original callout. So, if you have multiple nests on your property, call us, and we can discuss a fixed price to handle all the nests in a single visit.

We are certified and fully insured professionals, and all our work comes with a guarantee. Payment is due upon completing the job, and please note that we do not accept bank transfers. Additionally, no value-added tax (VAT) is applied to our charges.

Please ensure that you have correctly identified the species of flying insect causing concern before contacting us. If you are not certain, you can send us a clear photo, and we will be happy to assist in identifying the issue. Alternatively, you can call us, and we will discuss the problem and provide advice.

We strongly advise against using proprietary products you may have purchased to treat the nest, as this action can often lead to disastrous consequences. If you decide to embark upon this often hazardous endeavor, please do not call us to sort out the frequently dangerous aftermath.

Please do not contact us for any issues related to bees, as we do not provide treatment for any bee species.

When you book our services, we will assign you an approximate morning or afternoon time slot. We promise to be there as scheduled and kindly request that you be present at home to ensure a smooth process.

For safety reasons, we recommend keeping children and pets indoors and closing windows and doors during and for several hours after treatment. Please keep in mind that we work weekends, so if you discover a nest in your garden during the weekend (Saturday or Sunday), give us a call, and we will make every effort to respond to your situation as soon as possible.

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