North Hampshire/Surrey

Paul Sweet
Mob: 07810 688 620

South West Hampshire

Philip Tarrant
Mob: 07702 085 605

Questions & answers about wasp nests

Becca asked:

hi i have just cut some trees back outside my house and now have wasps flying in and around them,is it possible they are building a nest or are they just collecting the sap from where the branches have been cut?.What would be the best time to look into the trees to see if there is a nest as i am not to keen to get to near them ? thank you .

This question was asked on 2010-07-17

Paul Sweet replied:

Hi Becca, sorry for the delay in reply! It is possible that a nest was in the trees and you accidentally destroyed it while cutting the trees? Wasps will feed on aphids and also nectar from certain trees, and this could be what's happening. If there is a nest present, there will be a high concentration of wasps in a localised area; if the nest has been destroyed, they will look lost as if they are there without a purpose. Likewise, if the nest is present, you should be able to follow where they are heading too. If they are feeding on smaller insects and nectar, then they will be spread out across a wide area across the trees. However, if in any number then that would indicate that a nest is reasonably close. Regards Paul.

This reply was made on 2010-07-19

kate asked:

HI, just had a wasp nest killed in our loft. When am i able to go outside, iam stuck in the house and am really afraid of them! The nest is located just above our entrance door but of course higher.. Will there be many dead ones on our pavement later and when, or in the loft and we have to clean them up? Thanks!

This question was asked on 2010-07-16

Paul Sweet replied:

Hi Kate, the pest controller that undertook the job should have advised you on what to expect. It depends on the size of the nest and what he used to treat the nest. We use Ficam D which is dust, and is fast acting and also kills the entire nest, not just the ones that were in the nest at the time of treatment. We always advise our customers to stay away from the area of the nest for at least an hour, sometimes more if it is a big nest. There will be dead wasps on the floor underneath where the nest was, and if you tread on them with bare feet, they can still sting. I hope this helps. Regards Paul

This reply was made on 2010-07-16

Barbara asked:

Hi Paul still got the wasp will have to treat it my self is there anything you can advise like burning insents or smells they dont like please help. Barbara

This question was asked on 2010-07-13

Paul Sweet replied:

Hi Barbara, I cannot advise you any further than I already have. Short of coming out to have a look myself, the only suggestion is to call someone out who is local to you who knows what they are talking about. You should be able to find someone close to where you live on my other site; the link is in my previous answer. Regards Paul

This reply was made on 2010-07-14
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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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