North Hampshire/Surrey

Paul Sweet
Mob: 07810 688 620

South West Hampshire

Philip Tarrant
Mob: 07702 085 605

Questions & answers about wasp nests

janet asked:

Could you tell me what I can do to remove the residue of wasp nest destroyer? Since we treated a nest box with wasp nest destroyer, the birds have not come anywhere near it?

This question was asked on 2011-06-08

Paul Sweet replied:

Hi Janet, ideally you need to bin the bird box and put a new one up in its place. Once wasps have filled the box, birds will very rarely use it again.

This reply was made on 2011-06-08

Ken asked:

Hi, I have a nest in a bird box, When I realised the wasps were coming and going, I nailed a piece of wood over the entrance and oversprayed the box with Sanimex wasp and fly killer, I have since done that twice more but a few wasps are still visiting it (2 days since). Do you think that the visits will subside and if not, what do you recommend? Thanks.

This question was asked on 2011-05-25

Paul Sweet replied:

Hi Ken, we always advise that you do not block the entrance to a wasp nest as it usually proves more trouble than it solves. I can't tell you for sure if they will give up and die, would you? They usually are very determined and find another way out/in. Having said this, it is very early in the year and most nests at this time only have a few worker wasps in the nest, so you will probably be ok. I hope this helps. Regards Paul Sweet

This reply was made on 2011-05-26

Paul asked:

Would Bees take up residence in a bird box, or is that something only wasps do? (Arguement is ongoing over whether the things flying in and out are wasps or bees!)

This question was asked on 2011-05-19

Paul Sweet replied:

Hi Paul, bumble bees regularly take up residence in bird boxes. They are bigger than wasps, black and fluffy to look at with defined yellow stripes and more often than not, a white bum. Compare with the photos on the site: http://www.hampshire-waspcontrol.co.uk/wasp-nest.html#waspidentification Regards Paul Sweet

This reply was made on 2011-05-19
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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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