Red Wasps: Stings, Nests & Removal - Orkin

What You Can Do

Helpful things you can do to prevent red wasps:

  • Control Products & Methods: Wasp freeze or other control products are sold at garden or hardware stores. These wasps that get inside homes should either be carefully removed by trapping, crushing, or vacuuming, but exercise caution to avoid being stung.

  • Remove Nests: Remove their nests before they become large – the earlier in the nest building process, the better the results. Use a water hose or a long garden tool to destroy them, making sure you keep as much distance between yourself and the nest as possible.Before attempting nest removal, plan ahead to make sure you have a good, clear path for escape just in case you need to retreat from any wasps that try to sting.

  • Work After Dark: Always work after dark since all red wasp colony members return to their nests at night. This helps minimize the chances of being stung and gives you a better chance to completely destroy their nests.

What Orkin Does

Your local Orkin Pro is trained to help manage red wasps and similar pests. Since every building or home is different, your Orkin Pro will design a unique treatment program for your situation.

Orkin can provide the right solution to keep red wasps in their place and out of your home or business.

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