The main purpose of a wasp nest is to protect the queen and her eggs from predators and harsh weather. These nests are commonly found in trees or the eaves of homes, and finding one on your property is an understandable cause for concern. Whenever a nest is placed in a place people are likely to walk around, it can create a dangerous situation for you and your family, and you need to make the right decision.

Leeds Wasp Control – Wasps are a common problem in the Leeds area. In our beautiful climate all year long, wasps have plenty of time to build nests and create new ones. On top of that, we have more than one type of wasp. These include yellow jackets and hornets. Although both species have a great deal in common, they differ in one very important aspect: they choose to build their nests in different places. With more than a decade of wasp control service, Apex Environmental Leeds is the go-to company for wasp removal.

A hornet's main living space is in trees or shrubs, so one can usually spot it most of the time. If you see a hornet, you can be sure the nest is within 100 feet of you, which means that it is probably on your property or on a neighbor’s. Hornets are communal creatures, so they tend to live in large colonies. If left undisturbed for an extended period, it is possible to find colonies numbering in the thousands.

Conversely, yellow jackets prefer to burrow underground and develop massive colonies without people knowing. Southern yellow jackets permit multiple queens within a single colony, and one queen can produce up to 25,000 offspring in a year. Despite what you see on the surface, the nest is only part of the colony. Although you may think your own wasp nest treatment will work, you could end up being attacked by thousands of yellow jackets, as they are fierce defenders.

In the case you see yellow jackets, wasps or even bees, you should contact our wasp removal services right away. We’ll make sure you don’t get stung!

What does the nest look like?

The characteristics of the nest can help determine the type of stinging insect you're dealing with since every species of stinging insect has its own unique design. If you see a papery gray ball attached to your house or a branch in your yard, it is most likely bald-faced hornets. In the case of an exposed nest resembling honeycomb, those are probably paper wasps.

Exactly where is the nest located?

The wasps are efficient hunters that control pest populations by eating insects such as mosquitoes. You might want to consider leaving a nest outside, since it may benefit your yard if it's in a place unlikely to expose the wasps to people. Nevertheless, if a nest is found on your home, patio, shed, or in a nearby tree, it is probably best to contact an Apex Environmental Leeds wasp nest removal specialist. Bald-faced hornets are one of the most aggressive species of stinging insects, and unlike bees that die after they sting, they are able to attack repeatedly. However, bald-faced hornets are considerably less intruding than paper wasps. They are still social animals about which they defend their queen when provoked.

Apex Environmental Leeds specialises in providing commercial and residential pest control services in London. Whether your premises is an office building, residential block, industrial warehouse, school, hospital, or commercial unit, we have highly trained specialists waiting to take care of your pest prevention and control needs.

You can call one of the helpful, knowledgeable team members at Apex Environmental Leeds for a consultation if you spot a wasp nest on your property and aren't sure what to do next. Our staff is fully trained to offer information on stinging insects, and our technicians have years of experience removing nests and preventing wasps. A stinging insect solution can also be applied to prevent your home from being used as a building site for this insect. Do not wait until your wasp problem becomes a threat to you and your family. Contact Apex Environmental Leeds today at 0113 390 4270.