Wasp and Hornet Nest Removal in West Fort Worth
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One-time
~60 min
Most wasps are useful, because they eat other insects. A nest becomes a problem when it sits where people walk, play or mow. Wasp nest removal from Spyder Pest Solutions is for those nests, and it starts with a look at the nest and the wasps, not with a can of spray.
What wasp nest removal covers #
- Paper wasp nests, the open umbrella-shaped combs under eaves and porch ceilings
- Yellowjacket nests, which are usually in the ground or inside a wall
- Hornet nests
- Mud dauber nests, the dried mud tubes on walls and in garages
Honey bees are not wasps and are not part of this service. A swarm, or a hive inside a wall, is a job for a beekeeper. The wasp guide helps you tell wasps, hornets and bees apart.
Signs you need a nest removed #
- A nest by a front or back door, or on a porch ceiling you use
- Wasps coming and going from one hole in the ground, a wall or a soffit
- A nest on a playset, mailbox, shed or fence gate
- Wasps in a part of the yard you mow or garden
- Someone in the home with a known allergy to stings
A small nest high in a tree or far from the house can often stay where it is.
How a visit goes #
- Phone the office or use the online request form, then wait for the office to confirm your appointment. Say where the nest is and roughly how big it is.
- The technician looks at the nest and its surroundings and identifies the wasp.
- You are told what can be done, including whether the nest could be left alone.
- The cost is explained after the inspection, before the nest is touched.
What to do before the visit #
- Stay clear of the nest, and keep children, pets and mowers away from it.
- Do not spray the nest or knock it down.
- Never plug the entrance of a nest in a wall. Blocked yellowjackets can chew their way into the house.
- Mark the spot if the nest is in the ground.
- Take a photo only if you can do it from a distance.
- Keep outdoor trash cans closed, because yellowjackets scavenge around garbage.
What to do afterwards #
- Follow the technician's instructions about staying away from the treated spot.
- Expect a few wasps that were away from the nest to hover around for a while.
- Early in the season, check eaves, porch ceilings and play equipment, when new nests are still small.
- Have gaps in soffits and siding closed, so wasps cannot start again in the same space.
Frequently asked questions #
Should I remove a wasp nest myself?
Texas A&M AgriLife recommends professionals for established yellowjacket and hornet colonies. It also says anyone with heart trouble or a venom allergy should not attempt wasp control at all.
What should I do if a group of wasps comes at me?
Protect your head and get inside a building or a vehicle. Do not swat, and do not jump into water.
What if someone is stung and has trouble breathing?
Call 911. Trouble breathing, swelling of the face or throat, hives or fainting can be signs of a severe allergic reaction.
Do mud daubers sting?
Rarely. Mud daubers do not defend their nests the way paper wasps and yellowjackets do. Their mud tubes are mostly a nuisance on walls and in garages.
What does nest removal cost?
It depends on the kind of wasp, where the nest is and how hard it is to reach. The technician gives you the figure after looking at it. Call for pricing.
Book wasp nest removal #
Spyder Pest Solutions LLC, Texas license TPCL #0954843, removes nests in River Oaks, west Fort Worth, Westworth Village and the nearby towns. Book online or call (817) 715-2595, Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm.