European wasps build nests in the ground, in wall cavities, roof spaces, retaining walls and old sheds. Nests grow through summer, and by late summer and autumn a single nest can hold thousands of wasps. They get busy around outdoor meals, pet food, bins and fruit trees, which is often when people in Mornington Peninsula first notice them. We take the details, give you upfront pricing and book a nearby independent crew.
Please do not block the entrance, pour water in or try to dig the nest out. Disturbing a nest can set off a lot of wasps at once. The simplest thing you can do is keep people and pets away from the area and watch where the wasps are flying in and out so you can show the crew.
- Finding the nest by tracking the flight path of the wasps
- Treating the nest entrance with a dust or foam made for wasps
- Removing ground or shed nests where they can be reached
- Advice on keeping the area clear for the next day or two
- Checking for other nests nearby on larger blocks
Wasp activity usually settles within a day or two of treatment. Some wasps that were out foraging will come back and hang around the entrance for a short time. The crew will tell you how long to keep people and pets away. If anyone is stung and feels unwell, ask a doctor, or call 000 if they are seriously unwell.
Nests in wall cavities or roof spaces can take a bit more work, so tell us where you think the nest is when you call. Acreage and bush blocks in Mornington Peninsula can have more than one nest. Call 03 9022 1297 and we will give you upfront pricing and book a crew.