Wasps can be attracted to strong scents, a convenient food source and a suitable shelter to build their nest during breeding season. On that note, they are omnivorous species. So, if you regularly hold BBQ parties, you can expect that wasps will learn about it soon enough. Wasps will also look for water when they are thirsty.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n
Wasp or hornet nests that are larger than 50cm x 50cm may need to be approached differently. We\u2019ll be happy, however, to come and assess the situation before confirming whether we can help (charges apply). We always recommend that you do not wait for too long before seeking professional assistance. It is much safer to remove a wasp nest early on during the breeding season while it is still relatively small in size. Wasp nests grow large fast and usually accommodate thousands of insects.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
The wasps that usually give problems to Victorians are the introduced European wasps, which are known to be rather aggressive when \u201cfeeling\u201d territorial. It is important that you do not disturb the nest or try to kill\/swat individual wasps that are hovering in and out of their shelter, as they will most definitely attack you. Even people with no previous allergic issues, after being stung by a wasp, can develop an allergy and suffer a severe reaction if attacked and stung again.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n
For this exact reason, we come along and perform a meticulous inspection of your property. It is possible that the wasps are \u201cstaying\u201d with your neighbours but come to your place for the abundance of delicious fallen fruit in your garden or for the open cans of pop your kids leave around. Another common reason for you to see wasps without a nest is the \u201clost wasp syndrome\u201d. Young and inexperienced wasps are milling around your garden and can\u2019t quite find their nest at your neighbour\u2019s house, which resembles yours.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n