{"id":7787,"date":"2024-06-14T05:13:06","date_gmt":"2024-06-14T05:13:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cnsfly.com\/takecaretermite\/2024\/06\/14\/draftdemo-2000openopen\/"},"modified":"2026-05-23T05:41:36","modified_gmt":"2026-05-23T05:41:36","slug":"demo-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cnsfly.com\/takecaretermite\/blog\/demo-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Demo-2"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When the days are warmer and nights are longer, wasps begin to show up. They set up their nests near homes, and fly swiftly around entryways and doors, and they sting only when they feel threatened. There are more than 30,000 species of wasps, and although they have a significant role to play in the food chain, some of them are pests to humans. Therefore, before you attempt to get rid of wasps, it is important to know which of them are potentially harmful.<\/p>\n<p>Learn more about wasps and ways to do pest control for home. If needed, you may have to do commercial pest control to safely get rid of the wasps from your property.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wasps-vid\">\n<p><iframe title=\"How to Get Rid of Wasps Around the House | The Home Depot\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/24pDGvYQWWw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>The best way to prevent the wasps from nesting is to take preventive measures during the summer and spring months.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/cnsfly.com\/takecaretermite\/blog\/demo-2\/#How_to_prevent_wasps\" >How to prevent wasps<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/cnsfly.com\/takecaretermite\/blog\/demo-2\/#Professional_Treatment_for_Wasps\" >Professional Treatment for Wasps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/cnsfly.com\/takecaretermite\/blog\/demo-2\/#Difference_Between_Bees_and_Wasps\" >Difference Between Bees and Wasps<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/cnsfly.com\/takecaretermite\/blog\/demo-2\/#Common_Species_of_Wasps_and_How_to_Identify_Them\" >Common Species of Wasps and How to Identify Them<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/cnsfly.com\/takecaretermite\/blog\/demo-2\/#Yellow_JacketsHow_to_Identify\" >Yellow JacketsHow to Identify:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/cnsfly.com\/takecaretermite\/blog\/demo-2\/#Hornets\" >Hornets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/cnsfly.com\/takecaretermite\/blog\/demo-2\/#Paper_Wasps\" >Paper Wasps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/cnsfly.com\/takecaretermite\/blog\/demo-2\/#Mud_Daubers\" >Mud Daubers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/cnsfly.com\/takecaretermite\/blog\/demo-2\/#What_Attracts_the_Wasps_and_How_Serious_Are_They\" >What Attracts the Wasps and How Serious Are They?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/cnsfly.com\/takecaretermite\/blog\/demo-2\/#Signs_of_Wasp_Infestation\" >Signs of Wasp Infestation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/cnsfly.com\/takecaretermite\/blog\/demo-2\/#Inspect\" >Inspect<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/cnsfly.com\/takecaretermite\/blog\/demo-2\/#Step_1_Prepare_to_be_safe\" >Step 1: Prepare to be safe<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/cnsfly.com\/takecaretermite\/blog\/demo-2\/#Step_2_Identify_the_location_of_the_nests\" >Step 2: Identify the location of the nests<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/cnsfly.com\/takecaretermite\/blog\/demo-2\/#Step_3_Identify_the_wasp_species\" >Step 3: Identify the wasp species<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/cnsfly.com\/takecaretermite\/blog\/demo-2\/#Step_4_Determine_a_treatment_plan\" >Step 4: Determine a treatment plan<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/cnsfly.com\/takecaretermite\/blog\/demo-2\/#Wasp_Stings_and_Their_Allergic_Reactions\" >Wasp Stings and Their Allergic Reactions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/cnsfly.com\/takecaretermite\/blog\/demo-2\/#Treatment_for_Wasp_Stings\" >Treatment for Wasp Stings<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/cnsfly.com\/takecaretermite\/blog\/demo-2\/#DIYNatural_Methods\" >DIY\/Natural Methods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/cnsfly.com\/takecaretermite\/blog\/demo-2\/#Chemical_Methods\" >Chemical Methods<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/cnsfly.com\/takecaretermite\/blog\/demo-2\/#When_to_Call_a_Professional_to_Get_Rid_of_Wasps\" >When to Call a Professional to Get Rid of Wasps<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_prevent_wasps\"><\/span>How to prevent wasps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/takecaretermite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Remove-food-sources-icon.png\" alt=\"Remove Food Sources Icon\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"content-list\"><strong>Remove food sources\u00a0 <\/strong>Wasps are attracted to sweet and protein-rich food. This includes leftovers and dog food, which you may discard in the garbage. The wasps can access the food through the garbage bags. Remember, once the wasp identifies a food source, it will imprint that source \u2013 even when the food is removed, the wasp will return to that area to look for more food. Remove all food attractions \u2013 cover your garbage cans, don\u2019t leave any sugary foods or drinks open, and harvest fruits from your trees \u2013 don\u2019t leave any food for the wasps.<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/takecaretermite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Plug-the-holes-icon.png\" alt=\"Plug The Holes Icon\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"content-list\"><strong>Plug the holes and open crevices in your home <\/strong>Change in weather may create open crevices or holes in your doors and windows. These crevices give easy access to wasps and hornets to carry out their nesting activity. So, if you see the insulation of your roof, attic, and basement wearing off, take the cue and seal the entry points.<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/takecaretermite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Line-your-overhangs-11.png\" alt=\"Line Your Overhangs\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"content-list\"><strong>Line your overhangs <\/strong>If you have smaller structures like a birdhouse in your home, line the area under the roof with aluminum foil to avoid nests. Rubbing the under-roof area with bar soap can prevent the nesting activity of the wasp.<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/takecaretermite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Stay-away-from-solitary-wasps-icons.png\" alt=\"Stay Away From Solitary Wasps Icons\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"content-list\"><strong>Stay away from solitary wasps <\/strong>Avoid spending time outside wearing clothes in bright colors and floral prints. Wasps may confuse them for flowers that produce nectar. Sometimes, the wasps can mistake the strong smell of perfumes and colognes for sweet-smelling food.<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/takecaretermite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/fake-nests-icons.png\" alt=\"Fake Nests Icons\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"content-list\"><strong>Make a fake nest <\/strong>Wasps avoid the nests of other wasps. When they see a fake nest, they mistake it for a real one and nest elsewhere.<\/div>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Professional_Treatment_for_Wasps\"><\/span>Professional Treatment for Wasps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/takecaretermite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/treat_pic.png\" alt=\"Treat Pic\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"content-list\"><strong>Treat <\/strong>If you see any signs of a wasp colony, whether you\u2019ve located the nest or not, you should immediately treat the area with pest control methods.<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/takecaretermite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Drench-the-nest-icon-1.png\" alt=\"Drench The Nest Icon\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"content-list\"><strong>Drench the nest <\/strong>If you\u2019ve located the wasp\u2019s nest, drenching the nest with a specially formulated insecticide is one of the most effective treatments. If you are allergic to the wasp, do not take on the task of nest drenching. Depending on the location and the severity of the nest, decide whether you need a hand-held can spray or large container with a long nozzle spray. For large nests, the nozzle is ideal as you can spray from far \u2013 out of the harm\u2019s way. Don\u2019t forget to wear long pants, gloves, a long-sleeved shirt, a safety mask, and goggles.<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/takecaretermite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Dust-the-nest-icon-1.png\" alt=\"Dust The Nest Icon\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"content-list\"><strong>Dust the nest\u00a0 <\/strong>Nest dusting is less risky than nest drenching. This method is ideal if the wasp infestation isn\u2019t an immediate threat. Sprinkle the dust over the nest and the surrounding areas and quickly move away. When dusting, remember to wear protective clothing as you would in nest drenching.<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/takecaretermite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Spray-the-perimeter-icon.png\" alt=\"Spray The Perimeter Icon\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"content-list\"><strong>Spray the perimeter <\/strong>Perimeter spraying is important to mitigate the number of wasps you\u2019re dealing with and ensure that they do not create more nests around your home. This method requires you to spray the insecticide in areas where you have seen the wasps flying. Spray in areas like your home entrance to ensure the wasps do not make their way inside the house. Unlike nest dusting and drenching, perimeter spraying do not eradicate wasps, but it gives you more time to get professional help.<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/takecaretermite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Baiting-icon.png\" alt=\"Baiting Icon\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"content-list\"><strong>Baiting <\/strong>If you cannot locate the nest, baiting is a good option. There are various bait and trap products available that can effectively pull the wasps from their nests. However, this method isn\u2019t ideal if you are dealing with a large infestation because of the time it takes to work.<\/div>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Difference_Between_Bees_and_Wasps\"><\/span>Difference Between Bees and Wasps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div class=\"table-wasps\">\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"250\"><strong>Characteristics<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"250\"><strong>Bees<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"251\"><strong>Wasps<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"250\"><strong>Appearance<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"250\">Full-bodied, hairy, and fuzzy \u2013 the characteristic that helps them collect and disseminate pollen<\/td>\n<td width=\"251\">Non-hairy, shiny, slim body with slender legs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"250\"><strong>Diet<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"250\">\n<ul class=\"list-wasps\">\n<li>Non-meat eaters.<\/li>\n<li>Consumes plant pollens and nectar from flowering plants.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td width=\"251\">\n<ul class=\"list-wasps\">\n<li>Meat eaters. Feeds their young with other arthropods and insects.<\/li>\n<li>During late summer and fall, when queens stop laying eggs, they collect sweets and other carbohydrates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"250\"><strong>Nests<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"250\">\n<ul class=\"list-wasps\">\n<li>Makes their nests from wax<\/li>\n<li>The nest remains active for many years<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td width=\"251\">\n<ul class=\"list-wasps\">\n<li>Makes their nests from paper-like materials of their saliva and chewed wood particles<\/li>\n<li>Have annual life cycle, hence generally use their nests for one year<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"250\"><strong>Stings<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"250\">Their stingers are barbed, so they stay in the skin, when the bee flies away after stinging<\/td>\n<td width=\"251\">After stinging, the wasps can \u00a0pull out their stingers without injuring themselves<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Species_of_Wasps_and_How_to_Identify_Them\"><\/span>Common Species of Wasps and How to Identify Them<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<article class=\"tabbed-content\">\n<nav class=\"tabs\">\n<ul>\n<li><a class=\"active\" href=\"#tab1\">Yellow Jackets<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#tab2\">Hornets<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#tab3\">Paper Wasps<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#tab4\">Mud Daubers<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<section id=\"tab1\" class=\"item active\" data-title=\"Yellow Jackets\">\n<div class=\"item-content\">\n<p><img alt=\"Yellowjacket Img\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/takecaretermite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/yellowjacket-img.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"details-list\">\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Yellow_JacketsHow_to_Identify\"><\/span>Yellow JacketsHow to Identify:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<ul class=\"list-item\">\n<li>Found worldwide. American yellow jackets are commonly found in the Southeast<\/li>\n<li>About 3\/8\u201d to 5\/8\u201d long<\/li>\n<li>Yellow and black stripes along its body<\/li>\n<li>They live in colonies, build a nest to protect the entire group, work to fertilize the queen wasp\u2019s eggs<\/li>\n<li>Their nests are found hanging from structures, inside structures, and on the ground<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"tab2\" class=\"item\" data-title=\"Hornets\">\n<div class=\"item-content\">\n<p><img alt=\"Hornet Img\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/takecaretermite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/hornet-img.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"details-list\">\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hornets\"><\/span>Hornets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>How to Identify:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-item\">\n<li>Commonly found throughout tropical Asia, but are prevalent throughout North America<\/li>\n<li>Average size is 1.25\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Black with white or light yellow stripes. More structured stripes than those of yellow jackets<\/li>\n<li>They are social species of wasp. Stings only when provoked<\/li>\n<li>Nests are made of paper or paper-like materials<\/li>\n<li>Builds their nests on high trees, or sturdy plants, and sometimes near buildings and homes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"tab3\" class=\"item\" data-title=\"Paper Wasps\">\n<div class=\"item-content\">\n<p><img alt=\"Paper Img\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/takecaretermite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/paper-img.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"details-list\">\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Paper_Wasps\"><\/span>Paper Wasps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>How to Identify:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-item\">\n<li>Found throughout North America<\/li>\n<li>Grows up to \u00be\u201d to 1\u201d long<\/li>\n<li>Brownish-black with yellow to red markings along their head and abdomen<\/li>\n<li>Nests are made of paper or similar materials<\/li>\n<li>Builds their nests under eaves, near buildings, and closer to the ground on sturdy plants<\/li>\n<li>Paper wasps don\u2019t sting unless they feel like the colony is being threatened. When provoked, they tend to swarm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"tab4\" class=\"item\" data-title=\"Mud Daubers\">\n<div class=\"item-content\">\n<p><img alt=\"Mud Img\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/takecaretermite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/mud-img.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"details-list\">\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mud_Daubers\"><\/span>Mud Daubers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>How to Identify:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-item\">\n<li>Found throughout the world, but native to North America<\/li>\n<li>A solitary wasp \u2013 doesn\u2019t live in colonies; doesn\u2019t build nests together with other wasps; builds a smaller nest for itself and its offspring<\/li>\n<li>Grows up to \u00bd\u201d to 1\u201d long<\/li>\n<li>Thinner bodies as compared to other wasps<\/li>\n<li>Black with yellow markings on their legs and thorax<\/li>\n<li>Builds its nest out of mud, usually place near buildings<\/li>\n<li>Does not swarm<\/li>\n<li>Docile until provoked<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/article>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Attracts_the_Wasps_and_How_Serious_Are_They\"><\/span>What Attracts the Wasps and How Serious Are They?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Flowers and plants attract also them to your backyard. Patios and other outdoor eating areas with leftover food crumbs or sticky soda spills that are not cleaned up attract wasps. Uncovered and irregularly emptied garbage cans attract them too. Homes with a lot of insects and spiders become food developing and mature wasps. Popular wasp nesting spots are soffits, eaves, and gutters on home exteriors.<\/p>\n<p>Wasps can ruin your outdoor activities. While they rarely sting, they can turn hostile if threatened or provoked. Their stings are painful but are generally non-threatening unless you are allergic to the wasp\u2019s venom.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Signs_of_Wasp_Infestation\"><\/span>Signs of Wasp Infestation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Look for these signs to know if you have a wasp problem in your home:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-item\">\n<li>Wasps flying around your property<\/li>\n<li>Chewed wood and holes or tunnels in wooden surfaces on the exterior of your home<\/li>\n<li>Visible wasp nests made from chewed wood or mud particles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wasps-img1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/tctsite.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/european-wasp_69593-9166.jpg\" alt=\"European Wasp 69593\" \/><\/div>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inspect\"><\/span>Inspect<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Use protective clothing on (protective clothing, gloves, goggles) while inspecting. Follow the below steps to get ready for inspection:<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Prepare_to_be_safe\"><\/span>Step 1: Prepare to be safe<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>Dress in long pants and long sleeves shirt. Wear closed-toed shoes and gloves. Also wear goggles to protect your eyes.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Identify_the_location_of_the_nests\"><\/span>Step 2: Identify the location of the nests<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>Check the following places for nests:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-item\">\n<li>Undisturbed areas<\/li>\n<li>Under the window sills and eaves<\/li>\n<li>Underneath siding or any other overhangs<\/li>\n<li>On the ground near bushes and plants<\/li>\n<li>On plants, bushes, and trees<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Identify_the_wasp_species\"><\/span>Step 3: Identify the wasp species<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>Know the characteristics of the species, as described in point 3 of this article, to identify the species. Some distinctive features that can help you identify the species:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-item\">\n<li>The location of the nest &#8211; If ground nest, then it could be mud dauber<\/li>\n<li>Type of the nest &#8211; if the nest is made of paper, then it could be paper wasp colony<\/li>\n<li>Color and size<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Determine_a_treatment_plan\"><\/span>Step 4: Determine a treatment plan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>The treatment plan should depend on the size and number of the wasp colony\/colonies and also the nest location. Also, consider the other factors like if anyone is allergic to insect stings. Check point 1 of this article for treatment plans.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wasp_Stings_and_Their_Allergic_Reactions\"><\/span>Wasp Stings and Their Allergic Reactions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>When wasps sting, a majority of people experience slight soreness and redness at the point of attack. This doesn\u2019t necessarily mean that you are allergic to the sting. If the person is allergic, the symptoms are much more pronounced. In allergic reactions, the immune system overreacts. Such kind of reactions are usually caused by paper wasps and can vary from being irritable to being life-threatening. Below are some allergic reactions to wasp sting:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-item\">\n<li><strong>Rashes or breakouts<\/strong> on the skin away from the point of attack.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lightheadedness or headaches<\/strong> that may cause seizures or suppress your ability to concentrate or think.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Difficulty breathing<\/strong> due to the swollen glands that block the airflow in the body. If you experience this symptom, get immediate professional help.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Anaphylaxis<\/strong> is a life-threatening allergic reaction. This includes rapid or weak pulse, vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, and a tingling sensation in the body. This needs a prescription for an epinephrine autoinjector that reduces the symptoms immediately.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wasps-img2\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/tctsite.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/wasp-sting-reaction.jpg\" alt=\"Wasp Sting Reaction\" \/><\/div>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treatment_for_Wasp_Stings\"><\/span>Treatment for Wasp Stings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DIYNatural_Methods\"><\/span>DIY\/Natural Methods<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<ul class=\"list-item\">\n<li>Apply cold water or ice to reduce swelling at the point of attack.<\/li>\n<li>Apply a mixture of water and baking soda, topical steroids, meat tenderizer, or calamine lotion to the affected area to reduce pain and itching.<\/li>\n<li>A sting victim with a past history of anaphylaxis or sting allergy should be immediately referred to a medical professional, even if the victim is asymptomatic.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chemical_Methods\"><\/span>Chemical Methods<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>Take over-the-counter pain medications like ibuprofen to get rid of the pain. For itchiness, take over-the-counter antihistamine medications.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Call_a_Professional_to_Get_Rid_of_Wasps\"><\/span>When to Call a Professional to Get Rid of Wasps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul class=\"list-item\">\n<li>When you have taken all the precautions and still see large swarms of wasps around your property, it\u2019s time to call for professional help.<\/li>\n<li>When you have tried to get rid of wasps using the chemical methods, but you still see wasps coming back, then call the pest control expert, who can apply stronger chemicals to kill the wasps.<\/li>\n<li>When you know that you are dealing with a large nest or multiple nests, attempting to get rid of wasps can put you in danger of being stung. Call the professionals to do the job.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you are facing wasp infestation or cannot locate the nest to get rid of wasps, call the pest control expert at (209) 832-7300.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When the days are warmer and nights are longer, wasps begin to show up. They set up their nests near homes, and fly swiftly around entryways and doors, and they sting only when they feel threatened. 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