Living in Rio Rancho has many perks, including warmth, sunshine, and beautiful surroundings. However, along with these perks come wasps, as warmth and sunshine are important factors for these pests to thrive. Wasps can quickly become a nuisance and can even pose a threat to homes, people, and animals.
Wasps are not just bothersome; they can quickly become dangerous, especially for those with allergic reactions. Many species of wasps are known to sting repeatedly when they feel threatened. When wasps sting an agent, they release venom, which is why itchiness and redness occur for most people. For some individuals, the venom can cause allergic reactions and can lead to severe reactions or hospitalization.
Luckily, there are many things homeowners can do to protect their homes and themselves from encountering wasp nests on their property.
Seal Entry Points: To ensure that wasps stay outside of your home, it is important to ensure that all cracks and gaps are sealed. It is best to use materials like caulk and weatherstripping to ensure that your home is adequately sealed. Wasps can commonly build nests in attics, eaves, or other sheltered areas and can cause damage to a home. By sealing your home, you can ensure that wasps will not be able to enter the inside of your home.
Keep Food Covered: Wasps are attracted to food and sugary drinks. After enjoying a meal on your home’s patio or balcony, it is important to ensure that any spills or crumbs have been cleared. This removes a main attraction, which is why wasps may come near your home. It can also help to ensure that any outdoor trash is tightly sealed with a lid. Exposure and easy access to food that comes from an open trash can can attract wasps to your home.
Trim Vegetation: Trimming vegetation such as shrubs, bushes, and trees away from your home can help eliminate any potential nesting sites. Overgrown vegetation provides wasps with the needed shelter and protection that they seek when building a nest.
Wasps are territorial creatures and will defend themselves and their nests aggressively if they feel threatened or under attack. If a nest is located near your home, it is important to treat it professionally to keep yourself and your home safe. Attempting to remove a wasp’s nest yourself can be dangerous and lead to numerous stings.
Instead of attempting to remove nests on your own, call your local Insight Pest Solutions! Our technicians are trained to handle wasp nests in a safe and protected environment. Our trained technicians have the expertise and equipment necessary to eliminate the nest safely and effectively, ensuring the protection of your home and family.