Wasps and hornets - nest removal

Remove the nest. Keep the next one from forming.

A wasp or hornet nest near a door or eave is a sting risk that grows all season. We locate the nest, remove it safely, and treat the perimeter so a new colony does not rebuild in the same spot.

Pest Proof technician removing a wasp nest from a home eave

How wasp work runs.

Stinging insects are a safety job first. We find every nest, remove it safely, and prevent the rebuild.

01

Locate every nest

Inspect eaves, soffits, decks, sheds, and ground holes - yellowjackets nest in the ground and in wall voids, so the visible nest is not always the only one.

02

Safe removal and treatment

Treat and remove the nest with the right protective approach and timing, reducing the sting risk during and after the service.

03

Perimeter prevention

Treat common nesting points around the structure so a new colony does not rebuild in the same eave next month.

What's in the wasp scope.

Paper wasps, hornets, and yellowjackets each nest differently. Yellowjackets in particular nest in the ground and in wall voids and turn aggressive late in the season, which is when most stings happen.

For the recurring household program that folds this in, see residential pest control.

Stinging insect services

  • Nest locationEaves, soffits, decks, sheds, ground, and wall voids
  • Safe nest removalTreated and removed with the right timing and protection
  • Yellowjacket and hornet controlGround nests and aerial nests handled
  • Perimeter preventionCommon nesting points treated to stop rebuilds
  • Recurring protectionSeasonal coverage folds into the residential plan
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Wasp questions, answered.

Can I knock the nest down myself?

It is risky, especially with hornets and yellowjackets, which sting repeatedly and can swarm when a nest is disturbed. Professional removal handles the timing and protection so you are not the one getting stung.

Why do wasps keep nesting in the same spot?

Sheltered eaves, soffits, and deck corners are prime nesting real estate, and residual scent can draw new colonies. Treating those common points after removal is what stops the rebuild.

Are yellowjackets different from wasps?

Yellowjackets are a type of wasp that often nests in the ground or in wall voids and gets aggressive late in summer. They account for a lot of late-season stings, so they need a different approach than a visible paper-wasp nest.

How soon can you come out?

Stinging-insect calls are a safety priority and we schedule them quickly. Call 703-853-1904 and we will get you on the calendar.

Get the nest removed.

One visit locates the nests, removes them safely, and treats to prevent the rebuild.

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