Focus on exclusion and sanitation: seal up cracks and gaps on your home’s exterior (eaves, soffits, window frames). Make sure all outdoor garbage bins are tightly sealed and emptied frequently to eliminate food attractants.

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This is often a good sign! It means the treatment has disturbed them, and the insects returning from foraging are now exposed to the professional-grade products. This increase in activity will usually subside quickly.

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A few visible workers can mean a large, hidden nest nearby. Nests can grow very quickly, and attempting a DIY removal of even a small, active nest is extremely dangerous due to the risk of mass stinging.

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The best time to treat is as soon as you detect it, as colonies grow rapidly throughout the summer. Treating earlier prevents a larger, more aggressive colony from forming in late summer/fall.

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NEVER block the entry point while the nest is active. The trapped wasps/hornets will chew their way out and are likely to enter your home aggressively through cracks or vents, posing a serious hazard.

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Look for a high volume of insects flying in a consistent, direct line to one specific spot, often a hole in the ground, a gap under eaves, or a structure in a tree/shed. You might also hear a distinct, persistent buzzing sound from inside a wall or ceiling cavity.

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