Stinging hornets are annoying at best and painful at worst. Hornet control can make the difference between a fun summertime pool party and an annoying time constantly trying to swat the hornets away. If you have a hornet problem that you’re tired of dealing with, here are some of the best practices for hornet control.
• Be careful. Hornet stings are painful, especially if you get stung multiple times trying to handle a nest. When working with hornets, make sure to wear the proper protection, including face coverings and thicker clothing. It’s also a good idea to stay away from ladders. If a swarm appears and startles you, you could fall off your ladder and get seriously hurt.
• Prevent hornets before they’re a problem. The best defense against hornets is preventing them from showing up in the first place. Keeping your windows closed and making sure your outside garbage can has a secured lid can both help prevent a hornet infestation on your property.
• Stay clear of the nest’s bottom. The bottom of a hornet nest has a hole that hornets enter and exit from, so avoid standing directly under the nest as much as you can.
• Contact the professionals. Professional pest control experts are the most qualified people to remove a hornet nest. Here at Pest Advisor, we are well-versed in hornet control and know the best practices for safely removing and disposing of a hornet nest, so reach out to us for all of your hornet control needs.