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Wasp nest removal in Harlow & West Essex

Wasps · Harlow & West Essex

A wasp nest near a door, window or garden can make your home or premises difficult to use. We treat the nest safely so you do not have to get close to it.

01 Signs to look for

Signs of wasps

  • Wasps repeatedly flying in and out of one spot, such as eaves, air bricks or a gap in the roof
  • A papery, grey nest in a loft, shed, garage, hedge or bird box
  • Large numbers of wasps in the garden or coming indoors
  • Chewing or rustling noises from a wall or roof space

02 Procedure

How we deal with wasps

  1. Step 01

    Locate

    We find the nest entrance, even when it is behind fascias, in cavity walls or underground.

  2. Step 02

    Treat

    We apply a professional insecticide to the nest. Activity usually drops within a few hours.

  3. Step 03

    Advise

    We tell you what to expect afterwards and how to keep the area safe while the treatment works.

03 Prevention

Reducing the risk of wasps

  1. Note 01

    Check sheds, lofts and eaves in spring, when nests are small

  2. Note 02

    Keep bins closed and clear fallen fruit in late summer

  3. Note 03

    Fill gaps in fascias, soffits and air bricks

04 Survey area

Wasp nest removal near you

We provide wasp nest removal across Harlow and West Essex. Choose your area for local information.

05 Questions

Wasp nest removal: common questions

Q.01Should I try to remove a wasp nest myself?

We do not recommend it. Disturbing a nest can cause wasps to sting in large numbers. It is safer to have it treated professionally.

Q.02When is wasp season?

Nests start in spring and are largest in late summer. Most call-outs are between June and September.

Q.03Do you remove bee nests?

Honey bees are important pollinators, so we do not destroy them. Call us and we will advise on the best option.

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