Paper wasps build grey, umbrella-shaped nests under eaves, pergolas, balcony railings and in dense shrubs, and they become more defensive as the nest grows over spring and summer. In South Brisbane, many calls come from people who have been stung while gardening, hanging washing or opening a letterbox. Wasps can sting more than once, and stings can cause a serious reaction in people who are allergic.
Do not try to knock a nest down or spray it from close range, as this can bring a whole group of wasps out at once. When you call, tell us where the nest is, roughly how big it looks and whether it is easy to reach. The crew we book treats the nest, waits for activity to die down and then removes it. A wasp visit usually covers:
- Nests under eaves, gutters and pergolas
- Balcony railings, awnings and window frames
- Hedges, shrubs and garden trees
- Sheds, carports and letterboxes
- Checks for other nests nearby
Until the visit, keep children and pets away from the area and close nearby windows and doors. Checking eaves and shrubs in early spring helps catch small nests before they grow. Wasps also build in the same kinds of sheltered spots each season, so it is worth taking a look around your South Brisbane home as the weather warms up.
You get the price before any work starts, which depends on the number of nests and how hard they are to reach. Nests high on two-storey homes may need extra gear. If you see wasps coming and going from a gap in a wall, mention it, as a nest inside a cavity needs a different approach. To book wasp nest removal, call 07 3543 7772 and we will arrange a nearby crew.
