Wasps and insects
Wasp and insect control in Hampshire
A wasp nest in the eaves, the loft or the garden. We treat it safely, tell you when it is safe to go near, and deal with other insect pests too.
Wasps build nests in eaves, lofts, sheds and bushes from spring. By late summer a nest can hold thousands of wasps that sting when disturbed. We find the nest, treat it safely and tell you when the area is clear. We also deal with other insect pests. It starts with a free site visit.
Signs
Signs you need us
- Wasps going in and out of the roof
- A wasp nest in the loft
- Wasps coming from a hole in the lawn
- Buzzing behind the wall
What it costs
The site visit is free. Every job is priced after it: you get a written quote before any work starts.
What we do
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Step 1
Survey
We find the nest or source, check how to reach it, and note children, pets or customers nearby.
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Step 2
Plan and price
You get a written plan and price before we start, including the treatment we will use.
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Step 3
Treatment or installation
We treat the nest or affected area with professional products, applied where they reach it.
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Step 4
Check
We check activity has stopped and tell you what to watch for over the next few days.
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Step 5
Prevention
We advise on gaps, bins and food sources so wasps and other insects are less likely to return.
Law and safety
Done properly, within the law
Insecticides used in pest control come under COSHH, the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations. We use them as their labels require and keep children, pets and customers clear while we work. Afterwards we tell you exactly what was used, where it was applied, and when it is safe to go back in.
Wasps through the year
A wasp nest starts the size of a golf ball in spring and can hold thousands of wasps by late summer. Earlier is easier.
- January
- February
- March
- April: nests small, best time to treat
- May: nests small, best time to treat
- June: nests small, best time to treat
- July: peak wasp season
- August: peak wasp season
- September: peak wasp season
- October: this month
- November
- December
- Peak, July to September: nests at their largest
- Nests start small, April to June: the best time to treat
- This month
October: Wasp nests die off over winter and are not reused. A good time to block the gaps they used.
Related
Other things we deal with
See also rat and mouse control and pest control for homes.
Bird control and proofing
Surveys, proofing, spikes, netting and hawk deterrence for pigeons and gulls.
Commercial pest control
Planned visits and paperwork for businesses.
Questions
Questions people ask
Should I remove a wasp nest myself?
It is safer not to. Wasps defend the nest and can sting many times, and nests in lofts or eaves are often hard to reach. Shop sprays may not reach the centre of the nest. Keep children and pets away from the entrance and get it treated.
What other insects do you deal with?
Wasps are our main insect work. We also deal with other insect pests in homes and commercial premises: ants, fleas, cockroaches, bed bugs and flies. Tell us what you are seeing when you get in touch and we will say straight away if we can help.
Is the treatment safe for children and pets?
The products come under COSHH rules. We keep children and pets away while we work, treat the nest rather than the whole area, and tell you what was used and when it is safe to go back in. Follow that advice and the risk is low.
Nearby
Where we do insect and wasp control
Insect and wasp control in Southampton
Southampton city centre, Shirley, Portswood and nearby.
25 min, northRats and mice in terraces; dockside gullsInsect and wasp control in Portsmouth
Portsmouth, Southsea, Fratton and nearby.
45 min, eastGulls across Southsea; rats in old drainsInsect and wasp control in Winchester
Winchester, Kings Worthy, Alresford and nearby.
40 min, northPigeons on stone ledges; mice in old buildingsInsect and wasp control in the New Forest
Lyndhurst, Brockenhurst, Ashurst and nearby.
15 to 30 min, westMice in cottages and holiday lets; rats at stables