Brantford Pest Control

Wasp & Hornet Nest Removal in Brantford, Ontario

Safe treatment and removal of wasp and hornet nests in eaves, walls, sheds, trees and the ground.

Quick answer

Brantford Pest Control treats and removes wasp and hornet nests at homes and businesses in Brantford, Ontario, including yellowjackets, bald-faced hornets and paper wasps. A technician identifies the insect and finds the nest, treats it with a product registered for wasps in Canada, and removes reachable nests once activity stops. Nests inside walls or underground should not be blocked or sprayed with store-bought products, because disturbed wasps defend the nest and can chew into the house.

The stinging insects Brantford homeowners deal with most are yellowjackets, which nest in the ground, wall voids and sheds; bald-faced hornets, which build large grey paper nests in trees, shrubs and under eaves; and paper wasps, which build small open umbrella-shaped nests under eaves, railings and deck boards. Unlike honeybees, wasps and hornets can sting repeatedly.

Colonies start in spring with a single queen and grow all summer. By late summer a yellowjacket nest can hold thousands of workers, which is when most stings happen around patios, garbage bins and picnic tables. Anyone with a known allergy to stings should stay well away from a nest and let a professional handle it.

Signs of a wasp or hornet nest

Our wasp and hornet removal process

Identify the insect

We confirm whether it’s yellowjackets, hornets, paper wasps or honeybees, since each is handled differently.

Locate the nest

We find the nest and every entrance, including nests hidden in walls, soffits and the ground.

Treat the nest

We apply a product registered for wasps and hornets in Canada directly into the nest.

Remove reachable nests

Once activity stops, reachable nests are taken down so the area is safe to use.

Prevention advice

We point out gaps and attractants so new queens are less likely to nest there next year.

Wasps, hornets or honeybees?

Honeybees are fuzzy, golden-brown pollinators that rarely sting unless provoked. A swarm of honeybees is best handled by a local beekeeper. Wasps and hornets are smooth, shiny and more aggressive around their nests. If you aren’t sure what you have, call 519-900-5452 and describe it, and we’ll help you identify it.

How to prevent wasp and hornet nests

Check eaves, sheds, decks and play structures for small nests in spring, when they're easiest to deal with
Seal gaps in soffits, siding, vents and around utility lines before spring
Keep garbage, recycling and compost bins closed and clean
Cover food and sugary drinks outdoors in late summer
Pick up fallen fruit from the yard
Never plug the entrance of a nest in a wall: the wasps may chew their way inside

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Wasp nest near your door? Call Brantford Pest Control.

Call 519-900-5452 to describe the problem and get a free, no-obligation estimate over the phone. On-site inspections are also available, and the inspection fee is credited toward your treatment if you book.

Get a free phone estimate

Call Brantford Pest Control to describe your pest problem and book a visit.

Our services

Why Brantford Pest Control

Licensed, insured and bonded
100% satisfaction guarantee
10+ years in business
Free estimates over the phone
Family owned and operated
Eco-friendly, Health Canada-registered products

FAQ

Wasp & Hornet Nest Removal in Brantford: FAQ

Should I remove a wasp nest myself?

It’s risky. Disturbed wasps and hornets defend the nest in large numbers and can sting repeatedly. Nests in walls, soffits or the ground are especially hard to reach, and anyone allergic to stings should never try. Professional treatment is safer.

When are wasps worst in Brantford?

Wasp and hornet colonies grow from spring through summer and are largest in late summer and early fall. That’s when most stings happen. Small spring nests are the easiest to treat.

Can you remove a wasp nest inside my wall?

Yes. We treat nests inside walls and soffits through the wasps’ entrance, so the product reaches the colony. Don’t seal the hole first: trapped wasps may chew through into the house.

What's the difference between a wasp and a hornet?

Hornets are a type of wasp. The bald-faced hornet, common in Ontario, is black and white and builds large grey paper nests in trees and under eaves. Yellowjackets are yellow and black and often nest in the ground or in walls.

Do you remove honeybees?

Honeybees are important pollinators, and a swarm is best handled by a local beekeeper. Call 519-900-5452 and describe what you’re seeing, and we’ll help you work out whether it’s honeybees, wasps or hornets.

Will the wasps come back to the same nest?

No. Wasps and hornets don’t reuse old nests, but a new queen may build nearby the next spring if the spot is sheltered. Sealing gaps and checking eaves early in spring helps.

How much does wasp nest removal cost in Brantford?

The cost of wasp and hornet nest removal in Brantford depends on the type of insect, the size of the nest, where it is and how hard it is to reach. Brantford Pest Control quotes after hearing about or inspecting the problem, so you know the price before any work starts. Estimates over the phone are free. On-site inspections are available, and the inspection fee is credited toward your treatment if you book. Call 519-900-5452 for a quote.

Where we work

Wasp & Hornet Nest Removal in Brantford & area

Brantford Pest Control serves homes and businesses in Brantford, the County of Brant (Paris, St. George and Burford) and Caledonia. If you’re not sure whether we cover your address, call 519-900-5452.