Professional extermination of wasps nests
Wasps are neither bees nor ants but an ancient species that have become a pest for many. A wasp sting can be a very painful experience with the swelling and pain lasting over a week. For those allergic to wasp bites this can also be fatal. The risks associated with wasps can be minimised by ensuring the right precautions are taken when outdoors. It is also vital that wasp nests are properly managed to prevent them becoming a hazard. Wasp nests in home gardens can be highly dangerous and pose great risk to the inhabitants. Wasp extermination services exist to remove these nests and make your residence a safe place.
Signs of wasp nests
Obviously the first sign will be a large number of wasps hovering around your garden. This does not always mean that the nest is inside your house, since it may be somewhere close by. Secondly, you need to know what a wasp nest actually looks like as it has some distinguishing features. The main constituent of a wasps nest is chewed wood pulp and saliva. This means that the walls of the nest are woody colour and papery in appearance. These are commonly located in small wall spaces, roof tops, garages and sheds. You can always follow the trail of wasps which will lead to the nest. The nest is initially small then grows in size, so it's best to identify this early for effective removal.
Wasp nest removal
Never attempt to remove a wasp nest on your own. This is a very dangerous task that is not to be taken lightly. When wasps feel they are threatened they will behave even more aggressively and will sting to protect their nest. Professional nest removal actually doesn't always remove the nest itself. The wasps inside the nest are treated using appropriate products by a professional wasp exterminator.
Professional exterminators will initially identify the species of the wasp then customise the treatment for that particular wasp species. They will wear all the right protective gear whilst performing their job. This process is usually carried out early in the morning or at night as this is when the wasps are least active.
Preventing wasps from becoming a pest
This is important to ensure the prevention of future infestations. You can do this ensuring that you do not have garbage lying around, garbage bins are tightly covered as well as ensuring that any compost is covered at all times. For more information, contact local professionals like those found at Stewarts Pest Control.