When you spend time out on your property, do you feel stressed? You shouldn’t. No one should have to worry when they are enjoying time outdoors in their own yard. Unfortunately, many people deal with active wasp infestations. When these painful stinging insects are around, it is hard to be comfortable.
Today, we are talking about wasp control and what methods work best to eliminate and prevent these pests in the Bay Area. Keep reading to learn more about these wasps, and contact Bay Pest if you are interested in pest control in the Bay Area.
Find freedom from these or other dangerous pests.
Habits And Behaviors Of Common Wasps
Wasps are not the most complicated pests in the Bay Area. These insects work hard to find food, reproduce, and build nests. Some wasps belong to solitary species, meaning they live alone and do not have a queen or king to protect. Other types of wasps are social, like paper wasps that live in large nests made of chewed-up cellulose and collect food for their queen.
You will find that solitary wasps are typically much less aggressive than social species because they have less reason to attack. With this in mind, all wasps will attack if they feel threatened.
Let’s talk more about the dangers associated with wasps and the possibility of ending up with a wasp sting.
The Potential Dangers Of A Wasp Infestation
There is a good chance that you already know why wasps are a problem here in the Bay Area. They sting, plain and simple. Or is it simple? You see, certain species of wasps are more likely to sting than others.
Yellow jackets, for example, become more and more aggressive during the late fall as they prepare their queens for hibernation. Mud wasps, on the other hand, are extremely docile and hardly ever attack without being provoked.
On the other side of things, there is the pain index. Paper wasps have one of the most painful stings in our area, whereas mud wasps are on the lower end of the spectrum. With all this in mind, a single sting is not lethal to someone who isn’t allergic to venom. A few dozen stings, however, can pose a serious issue.
Talk with your doctor to find out if you are allergic to wasp venom and avoid these pests as much as possible as a general rule.
Call The Professionals For Wasp Nest Removal
It is not wise to take a risk with wasps. If these pests are on your property and you want to stay safe, you must get rid of them ASAP.
Here at Bay Pest, we have amazing options to help you combat these pests. All you need to do is reach out to our team. We will discuss our wasp control options and find a treatment time that works best for you.
Practical Tips To Prevent Wasps From Coming Back
We can professionally help you stop wasps from invading your home. We cannot, however, keep these pests off your property. If you have some time on your hands, implement these simple DIY tips and tricks to ensure that these pests avoid your yard.
- Clean up food and drinks after eating outdoors.
- Make sure your trash cans have tight-fitting lids.
- Do not leave pet food bowls outdoors after they finish a meal.
- Invest in trash cans with tight-fitting lids.
Contact our team at Bay Pest to learn about our wasp control options and schedule an appointment if these pests are causing trouble on your property.