How To Get Rid of Wasps & Bees

Wasp Nest Removal and Bee Removal 

Want to know how to get rid of wasps?

If you are experiencing high numbers of wasps in your home or garden, it is likely that there is a wasp nest nearby. The most effective way to get rid of wasps is to remove the main cause of the problem – the wasp nest. 

Wasps in and around your home can be a real nuisance and even dangerous to those people who are allergic to wasp stings. For this reason, it is important to know how to get rid of wasps and wasp nests efficiently.

Treating a Wasp Nest

A single wasp nest may contain thousands of wasps which can swarm and attack if disturbed. If the location of a wasp nest is likely to put people at risk, then the nest should be destroyed.

Do not attempt to remove the wasp nest yourself if you believe you may be allergic to wasp stings. A wasp sting can be a very painful experience and may even be life threatening to the one in thirty people who are allergic to stings.

If you have been stung by a wasp or bee, please refer to our guide to treating insect stings.

Useful Tips for Wasp Nest Removal:

If you decide to remove a wasp nest yourself, please read the advice below:

• Wasps are inactive at night – this would be the best time to remove the nest. However, they respond quickly to any sign of light, so avoid even the use of a torch, as this may provoke them to leave the nest.
• Wear protection - wasps will attack if disturbed. Minimise uncovered skin and the risk of wasp stings by wearing gloves and a hat.
• Destroy a wasp nest as early as possible - the risk from wasps is particularly high towards the end of summer when wasps become aggressive.
• If the nest is located near your home, keep nearby windows closed.

It is possible to use DIY products to destroy a wasp nest yourself if the nest is easily accessible. Follow all instructions very carefully.
Do not attempt DIY treatment if you suspect you are sensitive to wasp stings or if the wasp nest is indoors or inaccessible.

Wasp Nest Facts

The best way to manage wasps and a wasp nest is to be able to identify and locate a wasp nest.

• Common sites for a wasp nest include under the roof eaves, in lofts or in sheds and out-buildings – a place where they can easily access the outdoors.
• To locate the nest, watch the flight path of returning wasps – wasps usually return to the nest at dusk or at dawn.
• A wasp nest is made from chewed wood that gives it its distinctive papery walls.
• By early summer, a typical wasp nest will be 30cm across although they can be much larger.
• A queen wasp will start to build a nest in the spring but then as workers hatch they take over nest building.

Wasp swarms are dangerous - if in doubt, seek professional help.

Wasp Nest Removal Service

Rentokil Ireland offers a home call out wasp nest removal service, which is fast and effective.

Call Rentokil Pest Control Ireland on 1890 666 444 for further advice on wasps & wasp nest removal or to arrange a visit by a technician.

How to Get Rid of Bees

Bees are less aggressive than wasps and much less likely to sting.

Furthermore, since bees are highly beneficial to the environment and some species are under threat, bees should not be killed and nests should be left undisturbed whenever possible.

If a bee nest represents a high risk (such as a nest in the home or near those who are allergic to bee stings), the nest can be destroyed.