The appearance of a wasp nest on a property or in a house is considered a very serious problem. The fact is that the bites of these insects pose a real danger to human health and life. In addition, the humming and buzzing of wasps disrupts peace and causes fear. To get rid of a wasp nest, it is permissible to use a variety of methods - chemicals or folk remedies. At the same time, it is very important to do everything as carefully as possible, observing safety precautions.
Finding a wasp's nest
Finding the habitat of insects is not always easy. This is due to the fact that hives can be located in different places:
- underground in mouse holes;
- in hollows of trees and on branches;
- in attics and basements of residential premises.
A careful inspection of the utility rooms will help you find the hive. Wasps are always looking for food for the larvae growing in the nest. Sugary substances attract insects to people's homes. They are also attracted to meat scraps.
If it is not possible to identify the nest visually, and insects bother you, it is recommended to place fruit or pieces of meat in a visible place. After this, it is worth observing where the insects take their prey.
A wasp's nest can have different sizes - from a tennis ball to a basketball. Regardless of the area where the wasps are located, they build a hive in the form of a horizontal structure. In this case, they turn the cells with their inputs downwards.
It is important to remember that when trying to destroy a wasp nest, you should not stand directly under it. Otherwise, a swarm of wasps will fall directly on your head.
Disposal mechanism
To get rid of a wasp nest, it is permissible to use a variety of means. These include chemicals and temperature effects.
Fire
This method of destroying a wasp nest is considered very effective, but quite dangerous. The use of open fire in a private home is prohibited. Thus, you can burn out nests that are in the ground. It is important to make sure that there is no dry grass or flammable objects nearby.
Fire is often used in gardens where many insects accumulate, but chemicals cannot be used.It is important to exercise extreme caution, especially in summer.
The best method for getting rid of pests is to use a blowtorch or gas torch. In this case, the flame must be directed to the entrance of the socket. Even if some wasps survive, they will not return to this place.
Water
This method helps remove not only wasps, but also ants. To eliminate the accumulation of insects in one place, you will need boiling water. It's worth filling the nest with. Hot water not only kills wasps, but also helps destroy their home. The insects do not return to the same place, but may settle nearby. Therefore, using boiling water is considered an insufficiently effective method.
Traps
These devices are recommended for use when there are large numbers of wasps. They can be used if the nest is located in an inaccessible place. To make a trap, you should follow these steps:
- Cut the plastic bottle crosswise.
- Pour sweet syrup or honey into the bottom.
- Insert the cut neck into the bottle.
- Make holes in the container and thread a cord through them.
- Hang traps in trees or near nests.
Wasps will be attracted to the sweet scent. Due to this, they will begin to climb inside and die. Devices need to be changed 1-2 times a month - it all depends on the number of insects.
Vacuum cleaner
The use of this type of household appliance is justified if the nest is located in an inaccessible place - for example, under a roof slope or in the attic. Installing a ladder in this place and coming into contact with wasps is very dangerous. Therefore, you can remove them from the nest using a vacuum cleaner.
To do this, you need to turn on the device at full power, after which, if possible, you need to install a hose with a long nozzle into the inlet and leave it to work for half an hour.
After removing the wasps, you need to carefully remove the dust bag and burn it or generously treat it with toxic substances.
After destroying the insects, the nest must be thrown away from the house. If this is not done, new individuals may settle in it. Even if the wasps are destroyed, all manipulations must be carried out in protective clothing. It is recommended to remove wasp nests early in the morning or late in the evening. At this time, the probability of attack by surviving individuals is lower.
Chemicals
Today there are many effective chemicals that can get rid of dangerous insects.
Lures
To remove a wasp nest, you can use special baits. To do this, it is recommended to do the following:
- Pour beer or sour jam into the container.
- Add a little insecticide and mix thoroughly.
- Leave the bait in a visible place. It is important to ensure that it is out of reach of children, birds or pets.
- Systematically update the bait until the last inhabitants of the nest and its queen disappear.
- When using insecticides, it is important to adhere to safety precautions.
- Do not use the product around children and pets. They should not approach the processing site during the day.
- It is important to get rid of dead wasps in a timely manner so that your pets do not eat them and become poisoned.
Drugs
To get rid of wasps, it is permissible to use special preparations. Most often they come in powder form, which must be mixed with water or sweet syrup. Such products have almost identical composition.They are intestinal insecticides that act on the nervous system of pests and cause their death.
To destroy wasps, you should use the following means:
- "Tiuram";
- "Clean house";
- "Baygon";
- "Trianon".
To use chemicals you need to do the following:
- Prepare a poisonous solution. However, you first need to study the instructions, put on a gauze bandage and glasses. The products pose a danger not only to wasps, but also to people.
- Pour the solution into the socket. This method is considered very effective if you have access to the insect house. In this case, it is better to carry out the treatment in the evening, when all the insects are inside.
You can also make sweet bait. This method should be used if it is not possible to get rid of the wasp’s nest physically - for example, it is located in the wall of the house. In this case, the chemical must be mixed with sweet honey, jam or jelly. After which you need to pour it into a saucer and place the mixture as close to the nest as possible. Within a few days the insects will disappear.
In addition, the powder can be used when placing a nest in the ground. In this case, the dry substance must be poured over the entrance and covered with a heavy object. The wasps will get out of the nest, but it will be poisoned. Therefore, insects will not return there.
Sprays and aerosols
The easiest way to destroy a hive is to use special sprays. Effective means include “Raptor”, “Combat”, “Mosquitoll”. Of course, it will not be possible to eradicate all wasps in one application. To achieve the desired results, the spray should be used for several days in a row. This will help remove the entire population.
Liquids
Wasps can be poisoned with special concentrated solutions.They must be mixed with water according to the instructions. Liquid compositions can be used in different ways - sprayed from a spray bottle, poured into nests, added to sweet traps.
Features of removal under the roof of a house, barn, balcony
Wasps often create a home in a hard-to-reach place. They may take up residence in the attic. Also, wasps often crawl under slate or make a nest in the wall. If the structure is located inside, it is recommended to try to pour the insecticide inside the openings or apply it liberally near the entrance. You can also use a vacuum cleaner. However, in this case, caution should be observed.
Help from specialists
To remove wasps, you can contact specialists. To do this, you need to call a team of disinfectants. They have in their arsenal all the means for chemical and mechanical destruction of dangerous pests and have extensive experience in these matters.
Experts also know how to safely get rid of a wasp nest. They use special technologies for this. It is worth involving specialists in case of large colonies, which can be dangerous to remove on your own.
Folk remedies
You can remove a cluster of wasps in your dacha using folk remedies. Some of them are highly effective. So, for this you can use the following:
- Kerosene treatment. You need to use this product several times. Moreover, the procedure must be carried out every day. Gradually, the wasp's nest will become saturated with the product, which will lead to the death of the pests. For treatment, you can use a medical bulb or a water pistol.
- Making a fire under the nest. The smoke will force the wasps to leave their home. After which the nest can be knocked down with a stick.It is important to make sure that the wasp hive is empty. This method can only be used for air nests in the country, which are located on tree branches or in other open areas. It is strictly prohibited to use this method in rooms or places near buildings.
- Using glue. They need to coat the surface of the ceiling and walls near the nest. The wasps will stain their paws in glue and smear the sticky mass on the path of entry into the nest. After the substance hardens, the entrance to the home will be blocked.
- Watermelon or melon rinds soaked in chemicals. They should be placed near the nest.
Safety precautions
Wasps are considered very aggressive insects. Therefore, when dealing with them, it is important to remember safety precautions. Be sure to choose clothes and hats made of thick material. It is advisable to wear clothes with a hood so that wasps cannot get to the body through the collar. The best option would be to use a special protective suit. It is recommended to protect your hands with leather or rubber gloves. You should cover your face with a mosquito net.
Dead wasps must be handled with extreme care. Even so, their sting can pierce the skin. If a wasp does bite, it is important to provide first aid to the person:
- wash the bite site and treat the surface with disinfectants;
- remove the sting with tweezers;
- apply a cold compress or ice;
- take allergy medication.
All tools for removing stings must be treated with alcohol or an antiseptic. To relieve pain and reduce swelling, you can use a compress of tea, plantain or onion.
If a person has been bitten by more than 3 insects, it is necessary to consult a doctor.Medical attention is also needed if you are bitten on the face, tongue or larynx. It is imperative to consult a doctor if a child is injured.
How to prevent the occurrence?
It is impossible to avoid the appearance of wasps on the site. These insects can settle anywhere. To minimize the risk of wasps, do not keep fruit, flowers, pet food or food in the public domain. Be sure to close the trash can and waste containers.
In addition, it is important to monitor the condition of the house. In this case, you need to systematically inspect the attic, basement and other rooms that are rarely used. The cracks in the sheathing need to be sealed, and loose boards need to be nailed down. It is in such areas that wasps often settle. You should also avoid cluttering the area. Wasp nests can also appear in piles of garbage. Before the start of the season, the area should be treated with insecticides.
The appearance of a wasp nest on a site poses a real danger to people. That is why it is so important to take timely measures to remove it. In this case, you can use chemicals or thermal methods of exposure.
