So, you’ve discovered a wasp’s nest. Or, maybe you’ve noticed an increasing number of wasps around your home. Since you never have guests at your place, I’m sure you are thrilled to finally have some company.
These little guys are not harmful unless they are irritated, but don’t get too close to their nests. You surely wouldn’t want to be on their bad side.
If you haven’t located the nest yet, you should check the weep holes. Wasps have a thing for this spot.
What Are Weep Holes, Anyway?
You probably don’t even notice them, but weep holes are the small openings at the bottom of walls of brick and stone houses. They are designed to allow the structure to ventilate as well as moisture to escape in the case of flooding.
Inadequate ventilation of your building’s structure may lead to “Sick Building Syndrome.” You wouldn’t want your house to get sick, would you?
And all this time you thought your wall was missing some pieces. Fortunately, you haven’t blocked it yet. Or, have you?
Problems Associated with Weep Holes
Weeps holes provide conducive environments for wasps to create their nests. It is never a good idea to plug a weep hole when a wasp nest is in the bricks. If they can’t get out, where else do you expect them to go if not into your house?
Expert Wasp Nest Removal in Toronto
If the wasp population at your home becomes a little bit uncomfortable, call a wasp control expert in Toronto. The risk of getting stung is almost inevitable if you do it yourself.
Keep in mind that a wasp’s stinger is not barbered like a bee’s stinger. This means that a wasp can repeatedly sting you and even kill you if they attack in large numbers. Your life is too precious to be killed by a tiny insect like a wasp.
In the unfortunate even that you do get stung, quick and effective way of nursing a sting is to wash the affected area with soap and water, apply ice, and take an antihistamine. If you’re allergic to stings from insects, it is recommended that you seek medical attention as soon as possible.
At Power Pest Control, we are trained and skilled professionals who will ensure the wasp removal process is efficient and safe.
Prevention Advice from Wasp Control Experts
After you’ve had a successful professional wasp removal, you need to know how to prevent future attacks. The best way is to have regular house maintenance where you tidy up the whole house, from the attic to the basement. You can also install weep hole guards to prevent wasps from nesting here again.
Don’t wait until your problem gets out of hand! Give Power Pest Control a call or request a free quote on our website. Read what all our happy customers have to say about our services.
