Take a head light with you since attics are dingy and dark areas.
Old wasp nest in attic.
How do i prevent wasp infestation.
If the wasp nest is in an awkward or hard to reach location such as inside a wall or attic or underneath a concrete slab you will definitely want help from a professional.
Solitary wasps tend to build nests that allow them to secure and separate.
How to get rid of wasps in the attic step 1.
As stated we have had hibernating wasp queens in the attic and we found a nest already abandoned.
Depending on the location of the nest using water to remove a wasp nest can result in further damages to your property.
Wasp nests in the loft or attic.
They are probably queens that will be founding nests the following spring.
It could be wasps hornets or yellow jackets.
Dress in thick clothing.
Another common place to see wasp nests and sometimes an occasional hibernating queen or two is in the loft or attic.
Wasp stings are poisonous and very painful so dressing to prevent them is important.
These wasps will try to find a place to go harbor this time of the year fall.
It is also advisable to call a professional exterminator if you are allergic to wasp stings as getting rid of the nest by yourself could be dangerous.
For example if the wasp nest is your attic trying to remove a wasp nest by flooding it could cause water damage to your attic beams and ceiling plaster boards.
Determine what type of wasp you have.
As i mentioned above you need to protect yourself completely by wearing protecting veils gloves and many layers of clothes.
The best time for removing a wasp s nest is at dusk when these insects are a bit drowsy.
If they find an opening it could be your attic.
The bad news is if wasps have had a chance to spend the end of summer and most of fall building the nest in your wall or attic they will have the numbers to make a trip into the attic a very painful experience for you or your kids.
