As we head toward the end of summer, many Downingtown residents look forward to cooler temperatures and spending more time outside. Unfortunately, this time of year is also when wasps become most active around properties. After wasps spend the summer breeding and growing their colonies, food becomes more scarce in the fall, and the wasps become more aggressive.
This guide will help you identify the wasps in your yard and review the potential dangers you face when they invade your property. We’ll also provide expert tips and tricks for preventing these problematic pests around your home. Read on to learn more about effective wasp pest control in Downingtown with the experts at Budget Exterminating.
Distinctive Wasp Characteristics: How To Identify Wasps
When it comes to stinging insects, separating wasps from other pests like bees is usually straightforward. Wasps typically have narrow waists, long slender legs, and their bodies lack hair that gives bees their fuzzy appearance. The following list includes descriptions of the most common types of wasps in Downingtown:
Cicada killers are large wasps, almost 2 inches long, and usually black or dark brown with bright yellow markings and amber wings.
Bald-faced hornets are between 1/2 and 5/8 of an inch long with black bodies with white markings.
Paper wasps are between 5/8 and 3/4 of an inch long and brown with yellow (or sometimes red) markings.
Yellow jackets are around 1/2 an inch long with yellow and black markings.
If you need assistance identifying the type of wasps on your property or help removing them, the pros at Budget Exterminating are here to help. Contact us today to learn more about our wasp removal services or to request a quote.
The Dangers Of Wasp Infestations: Health Risks And Property Damage
Wasps pose the greatest danger to people that are allergic to their venom. But even those without an allergy should be very careful around them. Wasps can sting more than once, and if you accidentally approach a colony of social wasps, like bald-faced hornets, yellow jackets, or paper wasps, they might all come out to defend the nest together.
With regards to property damage from wasps, it is relatively minimal, but they can still cause problems. For example, a paper wasp nest on the house can absorb water, eventually damaging the wood. Contact us today at Budget Exterminating to learn more about how our services can help protect your family and property from the risks of wasps.
Strategies For Wasp Prevention: Effective Tips And Tricks
Taking steps to avoid attracting wasps is much easier than removing them after they build a nest. Here are some effective wasp prevention strategies to help deter these pests and prevent stings:
Thoroughly rinse any food and drink containers before disposal.
Tie garbage bags tightly and store them in receptacles with secure lids.
When dining outdoors, keep food covered.
Avoid wearing scented personal care products.
If wasps are already nesting on your property, or you see a lot of activity, contact us at Budget Exterminating. Our technicians are experts at wasp control and can help remove these pests from your property and determine what attracts them.
Safe and Effective Wasp Removal: Contact Us Right Away!
DIY wasp nest removal is dangerous and can lead to multiple stings when they defend their territory. The safest and most effective way to get rid of these pests is to work with a local pest control company. Contact us today at Budget Exterminating to learn more about our wasp removal services or to request a quote.