Wasp Nests
Wasp nests near people dealt with safely.
Do not poke the nest. Call the guy.
The short version
What this service is
A wasp nest near a door, play area or outdoor table is a risk. Keep people and pets away and do not spray or knock it. Send us a photo from a safe distance and we will tell you the next step.
- Licensed technician
- Quoted before we start
- Booking confirmed by email
- Written record of the work
In the job
What is included
- Identifying the wasps you have and finding the nest
- An assessment of the nest and how to reach it
- Wasp nest treatment
- Paper wasps and European wasps, the common ones around Sydney
- Nests under eaves, in wall cavities, in the ground, in sheds and in shrubs
- Advice on what to do with the area afterwards
- A written record of what was done
Sound familiar
Signs you need this
- A steady stream of wasps flying in and out of one spot
- A grey, papery nest under an eave, pergola or fence rail
- Buzzing inside a wall cavity or the roof space
- Wasps coming and going from a hole in the ground or a retaining wall
- More wasps than usual around outdoor food, taps and the pool
Ticking one or two? Send us the details and a photo and we will tell you where you stand.
Start to finish
What to expect
No mystery. This is how the job runs.
Keep clear and send a photo
Take it from a safe distance. Tell us where the nest is and how high. We quote before we come out.
We identify and assess
Paper wasps and European wasps nest in different places, so the first job is working out which you have and where the nest really is.
We deal with the nest
We treat it and tell you how long to keep people and pets away from the area.
Afterwards
We explain what to expect around the old nest site and what to do if activity continues.
Before we arrive
Getting ready for the visit
- Keep people and pets well away from the nest
- Do not spray it, hit it, hose it or block the entrance
- Close nearby windows and doors
- Tell us if anyone in the household is allergic to stings
- Anything specific to your treatment, we will tell you when we quote.
Worth knowing
Good to know
Stings can be serious
If someone has an allergic reaction to a sting or has trouble breathing, call 000 straight away.
The nest is not always where you see them
European wasps often nest out of sight, in the ground or inside a wall. Where they fly in and out tells us more than where they feed.
A disturbed nest is a worse nest
Wasps defend their nest and can sting more than once. Leaving it alone until we arrive is the safest move.
Pest guide
Know your enemy
What they look like, where they hide and the signs they leave behind.
Questions
Wasp Nests, answered
What kind of wasps do you get around Sydney?
Mostly paper wasps, which build open, papery nests under eaves and in shrubs, and European wasps, which usually nest hidden in the ground or in a wall. Do not get close to check. A photo from a distance is enough for us.
Can I just knock the nest down myself?
Please do not. Disturbing a nest is how most people get stung. Keep everyone away and let us deal with it.
Do you remove bees?
No. We do not deal with bees. A local beekeeper or swarm collector is the right person for a bee swarm or hive. We treat wasp nests.
Someone has been stung. What should we do?
If there are signs of an allergic reaction, such as swelling of the face or throat or trouble breathing, call 000. For anything else medical, follow advice from a health professional.
More than one problem
Other services
- General Pest ControlCockroaches, ants, spiders and silverfish treated inside and out.
- Termite InspectionsA thorough check of the building and yard, with a written report.
- Termite TreatmentLive termites dealt with and the building protected.
- Rodent ControlRats and mice in the roof, walls, kitchen or shed.
- Flea TreatmentFleas in carpets, pet areas and yards.
- Commercial Pest ControlPest control for shops, offices, strata and food businesses.
Get a quote for wasp nests
Send the details and a photo of what you are seeing and we will come back with a quote.