Wasp & Wasp Nest Removal in Austin, TX
Wasps are troublesome. They nest where kids and pets are likely to disturb them, they sting several times, and they're aggressive. If you suspect an infestation around your Austin home, Stampede Pest Control treats and removes the nests, then treats the site so they don't rebuild.
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Guaranteed wasp nest removal for Austin homes
Wasps are troublesome. They nest in areas that are likely to be disturbed by kids and pets, they bite and sting several times, and they're aggressive. If you suspect an infestation in or around your Austin home, it's time to engage in some proactive pest control measures.
Wasp stings are more dangerous than bee stings, and they're extremely risky for people with allergies. Wasps are very protective of their nests, so removing them by yourself is dangerous. It's always best to seek the help of a professional to eliminate them effectively.
At Stampede Pest Control we work nests in protective gear, treat the nest and the void or eave it is anchored in rather than knocking it down, and then treat the site so a new queen doesn't start over in the same spot. If you have wasps, give us a call now for a free, immediate quote over the phone.
Quick answer
Who removes wasp nests in Austin?
Stampede Pest Control removes wasp, hornet, and yellowjacket nests across Austin and the surrounding areas (Cedar Park, Round Rock, Pflugerville, Leander), same-day in most cases. Don't knock down or spray an active nest during the day; the colony will defend it and scatter. We remove the nest, treat the location so wasps don't rebuild, and guarantee the work.
What you should know about Austin wasps
Wasps are protective of their nests and dangerous to handle on your own. Here's how Stampede works them.
Wasp behavior
Wasps immediately strike when threatened. Any form of disturbance makes them super aggressive, but their behavior depends on the species. Some are more aggressive, while others bite and sting even when they're not close to their nests. Adult wasps don't consume the prey they kill; they chop them up and carry the parts to their nest to feed their young. Wasps often build their nests in garages, sheds, edges of roofs, in trees, or even within your home.
Targeted treatment, organic option available
Wasp work is placement, not volume. Product goes into the nest itself and the eave, soffit or wall void it is anchored in, so the treatment stays where the colony is instead of being sprayed across a yard. A fully organic service is available on request, and every application is made by a licensed Texas technician following the product label.
Same-day wasp removal
If you find a wasp or hornet nest around your home, contact a professional. Stampede Pest Control can help you take your yard back today. We have professionals in your area now.
Guaranteed service
Any pest company can come and spray your house with chemicals, but whether they're effective or not is another thing. At Stampede Pest Control, our services come with guarantees, including Austin wasp removal. Reach out to us now if you want the problem handled quickly and you want the job done right the first time.
Honey bees vs wasps, and what we do about each
Plenty of Austin calls that start with “bees in the wall” turn out to be wasps. Honey bees are rounder and fuzzy, a soft gold-and-brown, and they move between flowers without much interest in you. Their comb is beeswax: pale, waxy sheets, often inside a soffit, a wall void, or a hollow tree, and a colony that has been there a while will show hundreds of workers coming and going from one small opening. Wasps are slick and hairless, brighter yellow or a deep reddish brown, with a pinched waist and legs that hang in flight. Paper wasps build the open, umbrella-shaped grey nest under an eave. Yellowjackets go into the ground or a wall void and defend hard.
We treat wasps, hornets, and yellowjackets at the nest. We do not exterminate honey bees. They are protected pollinators and the right outcome is live relocation, which is a beekeeper's job, not ours. If what you have turns out to be a honey-bee colony or a swarm, we will point you to a reputable local beekeeper who removes and rehomes them. If you are not sure which one you have, send a photo or describe the nest when you call and we will tell you before anyone comes out.
Wasp nest removal in Austin
If you find a wasp nest or you're noticing more wasps flying around your lawn, give us a call. Our professional exterminators handle wasp nest removal across Austin the same day in most cases. We'll place bait stations to capture swarming wasps and remove the nest at the source so they don't return.
How to prevent a wasp infestation
A few simple habits go a long way toward keeping wasps off your Austin property.
- Secure garbage can lids and keep them sealed.
- Don't leave anything outside that wasps could eat.
- Avoid overwatering your lawn and remove standing water sources.
- Wear darker colors outside: wasps are attracted to bright colors.
- Avoid wearing perfumes outside, since wasps are attracted to sweet smells.
- Seal potential entry points like attic vent screens to keep wasps from nesting inside your home.
Let us take care of the wasps on your property
We perform thorough inspections to identify the wasp nests, food, and water sources. We place bait stations to draw in and capture the wasps that come back, and we guarantee our services. Give us a call for a free quote.
Wasps aren't the only Austin pest we handle. Ask us about Austin mosquito control, Austin rat removal, Austin cockroach control, and Austin tick control. In the Houston area? See our Houston wasp removal service.
Frequently asked questions
It depends on the species, the size of the nest, and where it's built. An exposed paper wasp nest under a porch eave is a quick job; a yellowjacket colony inside a wall void or a baldfaced hornet nest high in a live oak takes more work and protective gear. Call us and we'll give you a free quote over the phone before anyone comes out.
In most cases, yes. We keep technicians working across Austin and the surrounding areas (Cedar Park, Round Rock, Pflugerville, Leander) so we can usually get someone to an active nest the same day or the next morning. If a family member has a sting allergy, tell us when you call and we'll prioritize it.
Paper wasps are by far the most common here. They build the open, umbrella-shaped nests under eaves, on porch ceilings, and along cedar fence rails. Yellowjackets nest in the ground and inside wall voids and are far more aggressive. Baldfaced hornets build the big enclosed grey nests in trees. Mud daubers leave clay tubes on walls but rarely sting.
Keep everyone indoors and pets inside while we work the nest, and off treated surfaces until the product has dried, usually about 15 to 20 minutes. Wasp work is targeted: product goes into the nest and the void or eave it sits in, not broadcast across the yard. Every application is made by a licensed Texas technician following the product label, and a fully organic service is available on request.
Wasps don't reuse an old nest, but a spot that drew a queen one spring tends to draw a new one the next. After we clear the nest we treat the location and point out the gaps in soffits, siding, and fascia where queens like to start. Sealing those after treatment is the most reliable way to keep them from rebuilding. Our wasp service is guaranteed.
It's risky. Wasps defend an active nest aggressively and sting repeatedly, and a daytime spray usually scatters the colony instead of eliminating it. If you do treat a small, exposed paper wasp nest yourself, do it after dusk when the colony is home and less active. Yellowjacket nests in wall voids or in the ground and high baldfaced hornet nests should always be left to a professional, and if anyone in the household has a sting allergy, don't attempt it at all.
We start with an inspection to identify the species and find every nest, then treat and remove the nests at the source, including nests inside wall voids, which need to be treated rather than just knocked down. After removal we treat the nest site, place bait stations to capture returning wasps, and point out the gaps in soffits, siding, and fascia that queens use so you can get them sealed.
Overwintered queens start new nests in spring, colonies grow through the summer, and activity peaks in late summer and early fall when colonies are at their largest and most defensive. Austin's mild winters mean the season runs long, so a nest that looks small in spring can hold a full colony by late summer. The earlier a nest is dealt with, the easier and safer the job.
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Roach Extermination
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Wasp & Hornet Removal
Treatment and removal of wasp, hornet, and yellowjacket nests around your home or business.
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Organic Options & IPM
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