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How to Wasp-Proof

First Choice Pest ControlAugust 18, 20251 min read
How to Wasp-Proof

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Remove the attractants

Wasps are drawn to food and shelter. Reduce both by:

  • Keeping outdoor garbage bins tightly sealed

  • Cleaning up fallen fruit and spilled drinks

  • Covering food at outdoor gatherings

Seal potential nesting spots

Wasps love sheltered, protected cavities. Walk your property in spring and look at:

  • Eaves, soffits, and roof overhangs

  • Sheds, garages, and playsets

  • Gaps in siding and around vents

Sealing these gaps early denies queens a place to start a colony.

Don't tackle large nests yourself

A mature nest is dangerous to disturb, particularly for anyone with an allergy. Wasps release alarm pheromones when threatened and can sting repeatedly.

If you find a nest larger than a golf ball, leave it alone and call a professional.

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