Problem with Wasps?
How to identify signs of wasps and wasp activity
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Wasps
Wasps are most active in the warm summer months. In Ireland, the Common Wasp and German Wasp cause the most annoyance and painful stings. Even with their special yellow and black body, they can still be confused with hornets, although hornets are not as common in this country, they can still bite and sting you.
Honey Bees
Wasps can also be confused with bees, in particular Honey Bees - however these vary in colour from golden brown to almost black and are furrier than wasps. If you suspect you have Honey Bees, find a bee keeper local to you, they maybe able to rescue the swarm.
Only female wasps have a sting which they can use repeatedly, if they feel under threat. In most cases a wasp sting causes no long term harm, but it can be life threatening if you are allergic to stings. Treating a wasp nest is often the most efficient way to control a wasp problem and reduce the threat of stings.
Wasps can build nests outdoors under eaves or, if they can gain access, they can find sheltered areas inside your home, such as wall cavities, roof spaces and attics. If a nest is discovered in early spring, DIY removal may be possible but the danger from stings will remain.
Wasp & Bees Species & Guides
Rentokil’s Wasp Control Solution
Wasps have the potential to attack in large numbers if their nest is disturbed. It is best to treat a nest earlier in the year before numbers increase and the wasps become more aggressive, increasing the threat of stings during treatment.
At Rentokil, we can offer safe and convenient solutions to get rid of your wasp problem quickly.
- Our expert technicians require just one 30 - 45 minute visit to treat a nest.
- Option to book a wasp nest treatment online is available between April & September.