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Paper Wasp and Hornet Control in Seattle, WA

If you’ve found a nest under your eaves or heard buzzing inside a wall, keep your distance. Paper wasp and hornet stings are very painful, and for people who are allergic they can be serious or even deadly. Sound Pest Management provides paper wasp removal in Seattle that handles the nest safely, so you don’t have to. Call for a free estimate by phone and get a plan before someone gets stung.

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Sound Pest Management has been family owned and operated since 2002, and our technicians are fully licensed and insured. Our 286 Google reviews describe technicians who are professional, communicative, and thorough. We’ll tell you what kind of nest you have, what we recommend, and what to expect.

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How We Remove Wasp and Hornet Nests

Know what’s nesting, how we remove it, and why it’s not a do-it-yourself job.

What's the difference between paper wasps and hornets?

Paper wasps are about three-quarters of an inch to an inch long and build nests from a papery material. Hornets are a larger type of wasp, sometimes growing to more than two inches. Both are protective of their nests, and both can be a problem when they nest near people, pets, or outdoor spaces.

How do you remove a wasp or hornet nest?

Your technician identifies the pest, locates the nest, and treats it with the safety of everyone on the property in mind. Nests in wall voids take extra care because the insects can chew through into the home.

Is it safe to remove a nest myself?

We don’t recommend it. When one hornet is in distress, it sends a chemical signal to the others, and hundreds can swarm and sting. Paper wasps are usually aggressive only when their nest or safety is threatened, but spraying a nest is exactly that threat. If anyone in your household is allergic to stings, the risk is higher still.

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When Wasps Nest and What Affects the Cost

When do wasps and hornets build nests near homes?

Wasps and hornets tend to nest in the wall voids of homes in late summer and early fall. From there they can chew through the void and get into the living space, which turns a nuisance into a serious problem. If you hear buzzing in a wall or see wasps going in and out of a small opening, call early.

Are wasps and hornets ever beneficial?

Yes. When they aren’t nesting where they could harm people and pets, wasps and hornets are beneficial to agriculture and the ecosystem. That’s why we focus on nests that put your family at risk, such as those near doors, play areas, patios, and inside walls.

What affects the cost of wasp and hornet removal?

The cost depends on where the nest is, how large it is, how hard it is to reach, how many nests there are, and whether a follow-up visit is needed. A nest on a low eave is different from one inside a wall. We give free estimates by phone.

Found a nest? Call (206) 510-0464 for a free estimate or book an inspection online.

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Wasp and Hornet Removal in Seattle, Kent, and Tacoma

We’re based in Federal Way and serve Seattle, Kent, Tacoma, and surrounding communities. If the insects are building nests in the ground or in large colonies, you may be dealing with yellow jackets, which we handle separately. For ongoing protection, our general pest control and preventative service plans cover the rest of the year. You can also browse all the areas we serve.

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ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS

Paper Wasp and Hornet FAQs

Helpful answers before you book a nest inspection.

Are paper wasps dangerous?

Paper wasps are generally aggressive only when their nest or safety is threatened. But their stings are very painful, and they can be serious or even deadly for people who are allergic to the venom. Nests near doors, patios, and play areas are risky, so it’s best to have them removed professionally.

How can I tell paper wasps from yellow jackets?

Paper wasps are about three-quarters of an inch to an inch long and make papery nests. Yellow jackets are usually about half an inch long and live in large colonies, with nests that may hold thousands by season’s end. If you’re unsure what’s nesting on your property, call us and we’ll identify it.

What should I do if I find a nest in my wall?

Keep your distance, keep kids and pets away, and don’t try to seal the opening or spray it yourself. Wasps and hornets nest in wall voids in late summer and early fall and can chew through into the home. Call us for an inspection, and we’ll explain the safest way to remove it.

Will wasps come back after the nest is removed?

They may try to build again in places they’ve nested before. After removal, we recommend steps to reduce the chance of a return, such as sealing entry points once the nest is gone. A preventative service plan can also keep an eye on your property.

Do you offer free estimates for wasp and hornet removal?

Yes. We give free estimates by phone. Tell us where the nest is, how large it looks, and whether anyone in your household is allergic to stings, and we’ll recommend the next step. Call (206) 510-0464 or book an inspection online.