Paper wasps build grey, umbrella-shaped nests under eaves, pergolas, patio roofs, letterboxes and in hedges. Nests on the underside of play equipment and outdoor furniture are common too. In the warmer months around Collingwood Park, a small nest can grow quickly, and wasps get defensive when anyone comes close. Mowing, trimming hedges or hanging washing near a nest is often how people find one.
When you call, we ask where the nest is, roughly how big it is and how high up. We give you upfront pricing and book a nearby independent crew. The crew we book arrives with protective gear, treats the nest so the wasps die off, and then removes it. They also look for other nests around the eaves, fences and garden. Where a nest is high up, in a roof cavity or inside a wall, they will talk you through the options before starting, and we will confirm any change in price with you first.
A few pointers while you wait:
- Keep children and pets away from the nest area
- Do not spray, hose or knock the nest down yourself
- Avoid mowing or using a whipper snipper near the nest
- Keep doors and windows near the nest closed
- Note any spots where you see wasps flying in and out
Wasps often come back to the same kinds of sheltered spots each season, so it pays to check eaves and pergolas in spring when new nests are still small. If someone is stung and has a reaction, call 000 or ask a doctor. To book wasp nest removal in Collingwood Park, call 07 3543 7765.
