Wasp Pest Control

Wasp Pest Control

We all know that tell-tale buzzing of a wasp. It sends chills down your spine and has you diving under picnic tables and looking for the bug spray. While bumblebees are friendly and environmentally beneficial, wasps are a nuisance that can give you a painful sting. A swarm of wasps is even worse, and these pests and their hornet cousins can be dangerous.

Wasps invoke fear. Most of us have been stung by a wasp at least once in our lives, and it’s not a happy memory. Getting swarmed by wasps or hornets can be frustrating as these obnoxious pests seem to chase and overwhelm their targets. Despite this, there are many types of wasps that don’t sting, and are fairly solitary. Some types of wasps help with pest control, keeping away smaller intrusive pests that frustrate homes, businesses, and agriculture.

Dealing With Wasps

Wasps actually have two distinct groups: social and solitary. There are many kinds of wasps throughout Ontario, but only a few species are the social kind. Social wasps begin in the spring via queens that survive by hibernating through the winter. Wasps have a system similar to bees based on worker castes, and they need their queen to grow their population. Social wasps are aggressive and will swarm to protect their nest or colony.

The Greater Toronto Area has hundreds of wasp and hornet species, many of which are social. These wasps are most commonly seen in the summer and fall months, where they are actively searching for food. These troublesome wasps are paper wasps, yellow jackets, and hornets. Wasps are easily distinguishable from bees by their narrow body and waist. Wasps are also hairless, and are typically larger than bumble bees or honey bees. They can come in many different colours, but your average wasp will appear yellow and black.

Professional Wasp Extermination

Dealing with wasps alone can be frustrating and dangerous. Solitary wasps can typically be handled with bait and spray, but social wasps are a hassle, especially if they have a large and active colony. Do not attempt to remove colonies alone. If you need professional help in removing or exterminating wasps, call your friends at Hama Pest Control. We have years of experience and expert knowledge with all the pests throughout the GTA.

As proud local Ontarians, we care about the safety and security of our customers. Hama Pest Control employs technicians trained in targeted and discreet removal. We use only the most modern technologies and methods that are ecologically friendly and pet safe. If you’re facing a wasp infestation or are worried about a colony that’s in or around your home, give us a call today!