Advice
How to Tell If You Have a Wasp Nest at Your Property
A wasp nest is often hidden in a loft, wall or shed, so knowing the early signs helps you act calmly before the colony grows.
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Wasp nest treatment, fixed price
We confirm the price with you before any work starts. It can depend on where the nest is and how easy it is to reach. Call 01392 590 140 or send an enquiry.
The fixed price box shows our standard price for a nest treatment. We confirm it before we visit, so you know the figure in advance and can decide with no pressure. If you are not sure about the nest size, a rough comparison, such as a football or a dinner plate, is enough for us to go on.
Bigger houses, bigger roofs
Larger homes often have several roof levels, long eaves, extensions and double garages, all of which give wasps somewhere to build. A nest under a high gable or above a conservatory is harder to reach than one low down, and the extra equipment and time are part of the price. Take care with decking or patios below the nest, since we may need to place a ladder there, and clear furniture out of the way if you can.
Tell us the approximate height and what is below the nest, such as a patio, a conservatory roof or a flower bed. We will explain whether we need ladders, a tower or both, so the price we agree for your Maidencombe home is accurate. If the nest is above a window or door, tell us which side of the house it is on and we will plan the approach and keep the entrance clear.
Holiday lets and quiet periods
Holiday lets in Maidencombe can stand empty between guests, which suits a wasp queen looking for a quiet space. A nest found at changeover is a problem, because guests may be due the same weekend. We can arrange a price and a visit time that fits your bookings where we can. Many owners are away for long stretches, so we are happy to work from clear access instructions, and we report back once the nest has been treated.
Keep a note of where the wasps are flying and send access details if you are not on site. The visit is for treating the nest, and you do not need to be present, provided we can reach it safely. We can also look at the property afterwards and point out easy fixes, such as gaps around fascias and vents, that help stop future queens settling in.
Fields, hedges and prevention
Open fields and hedgerows close by mean wasps are always nearby. Maidencombe cannot keep them out entirely and we cannot stop them coming, but we can treat a nest and advise on covering bins, clearing windfall fruit and sealing small gaps. We also cover Shaldon and Teignmouth, so call us if you are nearer the Teign estuary. Cover bins and keep outdoor eating areas clean, and do not leave fallen fruit around, since all of these draw in wasps looking for food.
Frequently asked questions
How much does wasp nest removal cost in Maidencombe?
See the fixed price box on this page for our standard price. Ring us with the nest height and position and we will confirm how it fits before we book the visit. The fixed price box shows our standard figure, and the nest decides whether it applies, so describe it as clearly as you can.
Can you remove a nest from a holiday let between bookings?
Usually yes. Tell us your changeover times and whether we can access the nest without you, and we will agree a price and a visit time that works. We keep arrival and departure tidy and discreet so there is nothing to alarm guests, and we agree timings with you first.
Why do wasps keep coming back each summer?
Old nests are not reused, but the same sheltered spots attract new queens. Sealing gaps and keeping the area tidy helps, and we can point out likely entry points during the visit. It is not usually the same nest. Wasps do not reuse old nests, but a good spot stays attractive, so new queens may start again nearby.