European Honey Bees

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Common Signs Of Infestation

Services Needs

Preparation For Service

Paper Wasp

Pest Details
Color:
Yellow with black stripes.
Size:
3/4" to 1" Inch Long.
Legs:
6
Shape:
Slender body with a narrow waist and long legs that dangle in flight.

Summary

Paper wasps are social insects known for building umbrella-shaped nests out of paper-like material. They are often seen around human habitats and can be aggressive when their nests are disturbed.

Interior

Rarely found nesting inside homes unless nests are built in wall voids or attics. In spring time they may try and exit these area through light fixture or gaps trying to get outside, but mistakenly coming inside.

Exterior

Under eaves, roof overhangs, in shrubs, trees, around window frames, under decks.

Common Signs Of Infestation

  • Visible nests hanging from eaves or other sheltered locations.
  • Presence of adult wasps flying around and building their paper cone nests.

    • Services Needs

    Paper wasp treatments are included in our general pest control programs.

    Preparation For Service
  • Avoid disturbing the nests to prevent aggressive behavior.
  • Keep windows and doors closed to prevent wasps from entering the home.
  • Inform the pest control professional of the specific locations of nests.

    • Mud Dauber Wasp

    Pest Details
    Color:
    Black with a metallic blue or green sheen.
    Size:
    1/2" to 1" Inch Long.
    Legs:
    6
    Shape:
    Slender body with a long, narrow waist and elongated abdomen.

    Summary

    Mud dauber wasps are solitary insects known for building mud nests on walls, ceilings, and other structures. They are non-aggressive and help control spider populations.

    Interior

    Attics, basements, garages, sheds, rarely seen inside living areas unless they accidentally enter.

    Exterior

    Under eaves, on walls, in sheds, garages, under decks, on porches.

    Common Signs Of Infestation

  • Mud nests attached to walls, ceilings, and other structures.
  • Presence of adult wasps flying near nesting sites.
  • Small, round holes in dried mud nests, indicating emerged wasps.

    • Services Needs

    Mud dauber wasp treatment does not require specialty services and is included in our general pest control program.

    Preparation For Service
  • Avoid disturbing the nests to prevent wasps from abandoning them.
  • Keep windows and doors closed to prevent wasps from entering the home.
  • Inform the pest control professional of the specific locations of nests.

    • European Hornet

    Pest Details
    Color:
    Brown/muted grey with muted yellow stripes and a pale face.
    Size:
    1-1.5" inches long
    Legs:
    6
    Shape:
    Long and robust body with a narrow waist and large head.

    Summary

    European hornets are social insects that build large, paper-like nests in hollow trees, attics, and wall voids. They are active during the day and night and can be aggressive when their nest is threatened.

    Interior

    Attics, wall voids, garages, basements.

    Exterior

    Hollow trees, under eaves, in sheds, barns, and outbuildings, around window frames.

    Common Signs Of Infestation

  • Presence of large hornets flying around nesting sites.
  • Large, paper-like nests in trees, attics, or wall voids.
  • Buzzing sound near nesting areas.
  • Increased hornet activity around outdoor lights at night.

    • Services Needs

    European hornet treatment requires specialty services due to their aggressive nature and the difficulty of nest removal. This is not included in our general pest control programs.

    Preparation For Service
  • Avoid approaching the nest to prevent aggressive behavior.
  • Keep windows and doors closed, especially at night when lights are on.
  • Inform the pest control professional of the specific location of nests.

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