Why You Need Safe Hornet and Wasp Pest Control in Illinois

While wasps and hornets are an important part of the ecosystem, you still don’t want to share your living space with them. These insects can be dangerous – especially if you have someone with an allergy around and having a nest can mean hundreds of them. o, you need hornet and wasp pest control services to get rid of them quickly and safely.

American Pest Control provides the most efficient home pest control in Illinois. When all other forms of pest control fail, we’ll help finish the job.

Before you seek hornet and wasp pest control, you need to know the difference between a wasp and a hornet. Most wasps are smaller than hornets, with a body length of one inch or less. They’re more likely to appear in a variety of colors and prey on other insects.

Hornets are longer and more slender. Their bodies are usually brown with yellow stripes or hints of red. Additionally, they have little to no hair on their bodies.

Wasps and hornets nest in different places. Wasps build both aerial and ground nests. Yellow jackets, the most common type of wasp, typically nest underground. Hornets usually make their nests in aerial locations or protected spaces off the ground, such as attics or under roof eaves.

The Most Common Types of Wasps and Hornets in Illinois

The only hornets in Illinois are European hornets, known for the distinctive black, V-shaped bands around their abdomen. They tend to be more active at night than during the day.

On the plus side, European hornets aren’t quite as aggressive as others. They only sting when stepped on or grabbed, or if you get too close. On the downside, they like to feed on sap and gather in trees. If you have any healthy trees near your home, there’s a chance you could get a hornet infestation.

The most common types of wasps found in Illinois are yellow jackets, paper wasps, mud daubers, cicada killers, and the bald-faced hornet (which, believe it or not, is a wasp). 

Yellow jackets and bald-faced hornets are very aggressive, biting or stinging at the slightest threat. You’re unlikely to have trouble with a mud dauber since they’re solitary, less aggressive, and tend to build their small mud nests in out-of-the-way places. 

When you hire professional hornet and wasp pest control, you’ll have access to experts who can quickly identify these unique species.

Getting rid of wasps and hornets can be tricky and dangerous. The most effective removal method is hiring a professional service that will professionally identify the stinging insect you have and use the correct  treatment methods to eradicate  and remove them.

You’ll need a professional’s touch to ensure these pests are removed properly and safely. American Pest Control exterminators will examine your home to determine the safest, most effective way of eliminating the hornets and wasps. They’ll walk you through the entire process so you know exactly what’s happening at each step – and you can safely stay inside while it’s done!

You may be tempted to try a quick, DIY fix for wasp and hornet pest control, especially if you’re on a tight budget or have an inflexible schedule. However, DIY pest control methods are inefficient at best and dangerous at worst. 

Physically Removing a Nest By Yourself is Dangerous

Under no circumstance should you try to remove a hornet or wasp nest on your own. You could get badly stung and require hospitalization. If you’re allergic to hornet or wasp stings, you could even go into anaphylactic shock. 

Even if you put on a mask or wear gloves, angry wasps or hornets can quickly bypass your protection and sting you. 

A professional will have head-to-toe safety gear and years of experience to safely navigate hornet and wasp pest control. They know the behavior of different hornets and wasps and have specialized treatments to remove nests swiftly and safely.

Chemically Removing a Nest Could Backfire

You may have read about DIY methods like splashing nests with soapy water or spraying with white vinegar, but we don’t recommend this. Removing nests is a delicate process that can quickly backfire if you don’t know what you’re doing. 

If you use the wrong products, you could expose yourself to dangerous fumes. Likewise, there’s a high chance you’ll simply irritate the wasps or hornets, increasing their chances of attacking. 

Along with using a mixture of professional products to kill wasps and hornets, professionals employ preventative measures to discourage them from coming back.

Now that you know more about Illinois wasps and hornets, let’s learn how professional services can help you out.