What to Do If You Find a Wasp Nest
Discovering a Wasp Nest: What You Need to Know
Spotting a wasp nest on your property can be alarming—especially during warmer months when wasps are most active. Whether the nest is hanging from the eaves of a roof, inside a shed, or hidden in the corner of your commercial premises, knowing how to respond safely is crucial.
At Abate Pest Management, we’re often asked: “What should I do if I find a wasp nest?”
The short answer: don’t go near it. Here’s what you need to know.
Why You Should Never Remove a Wasp Nest Yourself
Wasps are highly territorial and can become aggressive if they feel their nest is threatened. Unlike bees, wasps can sting multiple times, and when one wasp stings, it can release a pheromone that signals others to attack.
DIY nest removal is not only dangerous—it often fails to completely eliminate the colony. Using household sprays or attempting to knock down the nest may scatter the wasps and put you, your family, or your staff at risk.
What You Should Do Immediately
If you find a wasp nest:
- Keep your distance. Don’t touch or disturb it in any way.
- Warn others. Make sure children, staff, or pets stay clear of the area.
- Identify the location and size of the nest. This helps pest control professionals prepare the right treatment.
- Contact a professional pest control company like Abate Pest Management.
Our technicians are fully trained and equipped to handle safe and effective wasp nest removal—whether it’s in a roof void, garden, wall cavity, or commercial structure.
How Professional Wasp Nest Removal Works
When you contact Abate, we’ll:
- Conduct a full inspection of the area
- Identify the species of wasp and assess the risk
- Use industry-grade insecticides and specialist equipment
- Safely remove or treat the nest with minimal disruption
- Offer advice on how to prevent future nests forming
In most cases, we can treat or remove the nest in a single visit, often within 24 hours of your call.
Preventing Future Wasp Nests
After removal, we’ll advise on steps to make your property less appealing to wasps, such as:
- Sealing gaps and entry points
- Keeping food and waste sealed, especially outdoors
- Regular roof and shed inspections
- Installing wasp deterrents in high-risk areas
Need Wasp Nest Removal Near You?
If you’ve found a wasp nest in Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Kent, London, Cambridgeshire, or surrounding areas, don’t risk handling it yourself. Contact the experts at Abate Pest Management for fast, reliable wasp control you can trust.
Call Today for Professional Wasp Nest Removal
We offer emergency wasp control services for homes and businesses, with fully licensed technicians and guaranteed results. Call us now or request a call back to get expert help—before the nest becomes a bigger problem.