Hornet & Wasp Nest Removal in Boise, Idaho
Kick Wasps Out and Take Back Your Home
Some of the most common pests in Idaho are yellow jackets, wasps & hornets. These flying insects can build their nests almost anywhere, and when they feel threatened, they sting. A single sting is not pleasant — and multiple stings can be extremely painful and dangerous.
Dangerous Stings
Unlike honey bees, wasps and yellow jackets can sting multiple times with no harm to them. These stings can cause severe allergic reactions to some people and pets. Wasps and yellow jackets are extremely aggressive when anyone gets close to their nests, which they may build under your deck or roof.
Painful Bites
Yellow Jackets don’t just sting; they also bite. Their bite digs into your skin, giving them a stronger hold as they jab their stinger into your skin.
Fast-Acting Wasp Extermination in Boise & the Treasure Valley
Wasp ѕtіngѕ are раіnful, аnd thеу can be dangerous tо реорlе whо are allergic to them. If you’ve got a hornet or wasp problem in your home in Nampa, Meridian, or Boise, don’t try to take care of it yourself. Instead, call a professional wasp exterminator who will know how to safely and effectively get rid of these stinging pests.
How to Get Rid of Wasps or Yellow Jackets
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Professionals first assess the situation, locating all wasp nests in the area, as there may be more than one. They can also identify the type of insect, since hornets, yellow jackets, wasps, mud daubers, and bees all have different behaviors and may require different types of treatment.
Removing the nest is the first priority, and this is best done when the insects are less active, such as during the evening. Once the nest is removed, proper disposal of the nest and treatment of remaining wasps is necessary in order to completely eradicate the population.
What Attracts Wasps and Yellow Jackets?
Gardens are one of the biggest things that attract wasps to homes. For one, wasps and yellow jackets love sweet smells, so they are often found near flowers or foods that contain sugar. A colorful and flowering garden is also attractive because these pests are drawn to bright colors. Plus, the other insects that are present in gardens — from beetles to ants — make a great food source for wasps and yellow jackets.
Like any other insect, these bugs also need a water source, so they are attracted to standing bodies of water such as pools, ponds, or other water features. By understanding what attracts wasps and yellow jackets, you can help to prevent them from becoming a nuisance.
How Do We Exterminate Wasps & Hornets?
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Same-Day Wasp InspectionOur technicians know a thing or two about wasp infestations. We’ve removed hornet, wasp, & yellow jacket nests from hundreds of homes in Meridian, Hidden Springs, and around the Boise area. We know how to immediately spot the signs that will lead us right to the nest. Our inspection includes:
- Identifying all nests — since there are likely more than one — hidden around your home and yard.
- Pointing out potential areas of concern that could be attracting wasps to your home.
- Creating an effective, affordable wasp treatment plan
We complete a full inspection to understand the extent of the wasp problem in your Boise area home.
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Wasp, Yellow Jacket, & Hornet Removal
We stop the wasp problem right away by immediately eliminating the wasp nest. This makes the remaining hornets looking for a new place to create a nest. Luckily, our treatments make your home unattractive to future wasps and keep them away for good.
- We treat your home at a convenient time for you, and we arrive when we say we will.
- We quickly find and remove all nests around your property.
- Our treatments exterminate current wasps and keep future wasps from building nests.
At Pestcom, we use the most effective treatments available to rid your Treasure Valley home and yard of wasps, yellow jackets, hornets, and mud daubers.
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Preventative Wasp Treatments
It’s important to not ony remove the current population of wasps and yellow jackets around your home, but also ensure no more invade your property. To protect your home in the future, our technicians will:
- Apply treatments in areas likely to attract more wasps and hornets, such as in the eaves of your home.
- Recommend ways to further protect your home, such as place screens on windows and seal cracks with caulk.
- Return for regular treatments as necessary
Never swat away a wasp or hornet again when you hire Pestcom Pest Control to treat your Boise area home.
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Yellow Jackets, Hornets, & Wasps in Boise, ID
Unlike honey bees, hornets build new nests each spring. Each nest is started by a fertilized female. She usually lays her eggs inside, and these eggs will eventually hatch to become the nest's workers. The colony continues to grow throughout the spring and summer, with the same queen laying all the eggs to produce the new members of the growing nest. The nest usually survives through mid to late autumn before the entire colony dies (usually with the onset of cold weather).
Because hornets are only active during the warmer months of the year, they are significantly more common in warmer areas of the country, such as the southeastern portion of the United States. Still, they are found in most states within the continental United States, including Idaho.
Are Yellow Jackets and Wasps Dangerous?
Wasps and yellow jackets are both beneficial and harmful to humans. Wasps help pollinate flowers and other plants, and yellow jackets help by killing other pests. However, they can also be dangerous.
For those who are allergic to these pests, their stings can result in life-threatening symptoms, such as difficulty breathing. Unfortunately, many people do not know they are allergic until they are stung by these pests.
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Our FAQ
Have questions? We are here to help. Still have questions or can't find the answer you need? Give us a call at 208-795-3298 today!
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How do I get rid of Boxelder Bugs?Boxelder bugs seem to invade every home in the fall. This is because they are trying to escape the cold and cling to the last couple of months they have left. So, to keep them out of your home you are going to need to block entraces. That means repairing screen doors and sealing up cracks in your foundation.
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Why do I need a pest service in the winter?A lot of people think that bugs and other pests die during the winter but this isn't true. Pests act like snowbirds that drive down to St. George, Utah, or Pheonix, Arizona in the winter — they hate the cold. But instead of traveling thousands of miles, they travel into your walls. If an infestation is left all winter, it can create a huge problem in spring once the weather starts to warm up.
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How do I know if I have bed bugs?The easiest way to determine if you have bed bugs or not is to give us a call and request an inspection. But, if you are looking to check on your own, then you are going to want to remove all of the sheets from your beds. Once this is done, you can take a look at the seams in your mattress. Bed bugs often leave droppings behind and they'll get caught in the seams.
How To Treat a Wasp or Yellow Jacket Sting
Yellow jackets and wasps can become aggressive when they feel their nests are threatened. If you’ve been stung and begin experiencing an allergic reaction, seek medical attention immediately.
For more mild symptoms, you can treat a wasp sting by washing the site with soap and water. If the stinger is still in your skin, remove with tweezers and dispose of it in the trash.
To treat the pain and swelling, you can use an ice pack and take anti-flammatory medication. Some topical creams can also help ease the pain and soothe the area.