YELLOW JACKETS

Yellow Jackets are a group of some of the more dangerous of the stinging insect pests. These pests are social and build nests that can be quite large. Nests are made from a material called carton or paper. This material is produced by females who combine their saliva excretions with wood fibers to form the familiar looking paper nest. This nest is usually underground but there are many cases where these insects have built nests above ground in the wall voids of homes. Throughout the summer months, it is common for humans to have close encounters of the stinging kind as they use lawnmowers, edging tools or any other loud lawn equipment. There can be a great hazard to the unsuspecting person or the family pet that ventures too close to a nest or nest entrance.

Trying to kill yellow jackets with a wasp freeze rarely works. A wasp freeze has a quick knock down on most insects but has no residual and will not spread out inside of a wall void. Spraying a liquid insecticide into a void will not penetrate the large nest of yellow jackets. You need the precise formulation of a professional dust for the job. Special equipment such as a protective suit are also necessary. We can prevent further infestations by spraying the exterior of the home each Spring.

Call APC today to help elminate your bee problems from your home.