What to do if You Find an Insect Nest in Your Home

So you’re finally clearing out your garage at the end of summer or your going in to your loft to sort through old items and your find a nest, what do you do? Finding anything unexpected in your home can be frightening, especially when it’s an animal. However, it’s not uncommon for bees, wasps and hornets to set up camp in quiet and undisturbed areas around your property, so it’s always good to be prepared.

Read on for our top tips on what to do if you find a nest in your home.

Don’t disturb it

The worst thing you can do is poke the nest, throw things at it or attempt to move it yourself. No matter how big it is, doing so could put yourself in serious danger as well as harm the insects themselves. Instead, come away from the nest carefully and return to a safe place. In most cases, bees, wasps and hornets will only sting if they feel threatened, but it’s always best to be on the safe side.

Keep children and pets safe

Once you’ve found a nest, you should not revisit the area as this puts you at risk of getting stung. Small children should be kept away from the area, as well as small pets such as dogs and cats. And remember, if you, your children or your pet get stung, always keep an eye on the injury and call the emergency services if symptoms develop into an allergic reaction.

Call the experts

The best thing you should do when you find a nest is to call an expert. A professional service will know exactly what to do, to humanely remove the insects, keep you safe and prevent them from returning. If you were able to identify what insect it is, this is useful for the pest control as they can then figure out the best course of action.

If you’re looking for professional bee, wasp and hornet removal in South Wales, look no further than Mr Wasp. We understand how important it is for your home to be safe, which is why we’re dedicated to offering a high-quality service you deserve. For more information, get in touch today.