Stinging insects like bees, wasps, or yellow jackets send thousands of people to the emergency room every year.  Though most people are not allergic to insect stings, the reaction can range.  You could see a mild irritation or a severe allergic reaction. Bees and wasps nests are a common occurrence during the summer months and can be a nuisance if not properly managed. If you find that your property has been invaded by a colony of stinging insects it is in your best interest to contact us so we can help!

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What type of stinging insects do I have?

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The simplest way to establish what type of insect you have is by the style and location of the nest. Most wasps build nests under eaves and soffits with the nest usually being round in shape and resembling a honeycomb pattern. Yellow jackets have a tendency to build nests covered with a gray and black colored paper-like material inside places like attics, under porches and in certain bushes. Hornets build nests that resemble a large, inverted tear-drop shaped ball which typically is attached to a tree, bush or side of a building although undisturbed tall grass can also be a favorable nesting site. 

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Are they dangerous?

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Yes, stinging insects can be dangerous. While most wasps will generally not sting a human unless they feel threatened or someone wanders too close to their nest, yellow jackets pose a considerable threat to humans as they may sting repeatedly and can cause allergic reactions and anaphylactic shock in severe cases. Over 500,000 people are admitted to the emergency room annually due to arthropod stings, with wasps and hornets accounting for about 30 percent of the 54 deaths each year.