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What Are Wasps?

Wasps are among the most hated of pests. Their nasty stingers and freaky wings can send anyone running when they decide to crash your picnic or outdoor barbecue, and we definitely don't blame you if you take off when one makes an entrance.

Wasps are a flying pest that fall into one of two categories: social or solitary. Social wasps tend to build their nests above grounds in sheltered locations that are often well-hidden, such as in dense foliage, attics, wall voids, or tucked under the eaves of structures such as your home's deck or gutters. Solitary wasps, on the other hand, build their nests in the ground using mud or in hollow spots of plant stems or wood.

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How to Identify Wasps

Types of Wasps:

Social wasps: build nests in sheltered locations (dense foliage, attics, wall voids).
Solitary wasps: build nests in the ground, using mud or hollow plant stems.

Identification:

Slender waists, less body hair than bees.
Six legs & two pairs of wings.
Bright colors (black, yellow, red-brown, etc.).

Stinging:

Only female wasps sting.
Wasps can sting multiple times.
Stings can cause pain and allergic reactions.

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How do I prevent bringing wasps into my home?

Since a wasp is usually on the hunt for food, removing potential food sources for wasps from your home will help to not attract them in the first place. Keep your home and yard clean, and don't leave out sweet, sugary treats like the forgotten popsicle that melts on the porch step. But wasps also hunt other pests in order to feed their young, so if you have an existing pest problem already, wasps might come to your place looking for them.

How can I prevent wasps from being attracted to my home and outdoor gatherings?

Keep flower gardens and any bright, floral-patterned furniture away from the home. If you're hosting an outdoor barbeque, make sure all leftover meat gets properly put away or thrown into a secured trash can, as wasps may try to scavenge an easy meal for their young from your scraps.

What if me, my family, or pets have been getting frequent wasps?

If a wasp does pay a visit near or inside of your home, a wasp and hornet killer spray can be an excellent tool to have on hand. However, these sprays are powerful insecticides and are not only unsafe to use indoors, but should be used with caution to protect you, your family, and your pets.

What should I do if I find a wasp nest inside my home or experience frequent indoor wasp incidents?

If you've discovered a nest inside your home or are having repeated incidents of wasps indoors, contact the khaki-clad pest control service pros at Greenix to get the job done safely and properly.

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How to Prevent Wasps

Prevention:

Keep areas clean, remove food sources.
Avoid leaving sugary treats outside.
Secure trash cans and leftover food.

Control:

Use wasp and hornet killer spray cautiously.
Contact professionals if nests are found indoors.

Nobody wants to get stung at their backyard summer bbqs. Don't let them chase you out of your own space any longer. Wasps should be addressed by the professionals & the pest nerds at Greenix have your back. Call or click to schedule today!

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