There are a few different types of wasps and other stinging bugs that are common to the Burnaby area. Wasps typically live in colonies of hundreds (sometimes thousands) per nest.
Types of Wasps Seen in Burnaby
European Paper Wasps
European paper wasps are commonly found in Burnaby, BC. They have a slender body with yellow and black markings, often confused with yellow jackets. These wasps build open, umbrella-shaped nests under leaves and in trees.
Yellow Jackets
These wasps are one of the most aggressive wasps found in Burnaby. They have a black-and-yellow striped body and typically build nests underground or in hidden pockets in and around the home. Known for their painful stings, they can become a nuisance, especially in late summer when food sources become scarce.
Bald-Faced Hornets
Bald-faced hornets are larger in size and are black and white, also very common wasps found in Burnaby. They build large, enclosed paper nests in trees or shrubs or under areas around the home. While generally less aggressive, they can be highly defensive if their nest is threatened and can sting repeatedly.
Types of Wasps We Can Help Remove
Wasps can be a huge nuisance and can become a potentially dangerous situation once their colony grows. You need to rely on the experts to safely remove wasp and hornet nests from your home or business.
All three of the wasp types (above) can build nests near high traffic areas of your home or office, which is why wasp control services are so widely needed in Burnaby. We work to remove all those types. Of those the most common are typically the bald-faced hornets, which also tend to be the most troublesome. Our technicians are fully trained in safe and effective methods of all these wasps.
How Much Does It Cost to Get Rid of a Wasp Nest In Burnaby
The average cost for wasp nest removal can be in the range of $100 to $300, depending on several factors. Small, accessible nests generally fall on the lower end of the range, while larger nests in difficult-to-reach areas, such as attics or wall voids, may be more expensive. Additional fees could apply if multiple nests need removal or if a more hazardous species, like bald-faced hornets, are involved. We are able to give you free estimates so that you can make the best decision for your Burnaby wasp pest problems.
Wasp Life Cycle and Behaviour
Wasps are commonly found in the spring and summer, because the queen is typically dormant during the winter time, hence so is the rest of the hive population. However, when the queen begins to produce new larvae, they can very quickly grow and expand the nest. This can grow upward to 5000!
It all starts when the queen chooses a place to start her nest so she can lay her first eggs. She then feeds her first group of larvae so that they can grow and expand the nest themselves (paper-looking domed structures). The queen then continues to lay eggs and the workers guard and build the nest further, while also feeding the new larvae. Drones, the males once developed, then mate with new queens to further grow the population. When mating season is done, the new queens remain (old queens die), the nest is abandoned, and the queens go into hibernation.
It’s worth noting, that these pests do not collect pollen or nectar, rather have a diet of meat and fish and other insects. This is why many wasp nests are located in highly populated areas during the summer, so they can remain close to a food source.
How to Detect a Wasp Nest
To detect if you have a wasp problem or nest, watch for increased wasp activity around your home, especially near entry points or high traffic areas. If you see a number of them flying in and out of a particular area, it may indicate there is a nest nearby. Look for them in sheltered spots like attics, under leaves, in bushes, alcoves, or underground cavities. Nests can vary in shape: paper wasp nests resemble an open umbrella, while yellow jacket nests are often hidden. You might also notice wasps scavenging for food near outdoor trash, sugary drinks, or meat, especially in late summer when they become more aggressive.
Need Safe and Effective Wasp Removal Services?
Conquest Pest Management is your local pest control company. You have our commitment to providing exceptional wasp and hornet removal as well as all pest control services. Our skilled pest control service experts use environment-friendly methods and advanced techniques to remove any wasps nest, hornet nest, pesky pests, including rodent control, ensuring you feel safe in your space again.
You can count on us for reliable Burnaby pest control services.
The only way to be certain that a wasp nest is completely gone, while maintaining your own safety is to call the pest control experts at Conquest Pest Control. We will be sure to tackle the problem quickly and will make sure the wasps don’t return any time soon. To have your wasp nest removed in a safe and efficient manner, give Conquest Pest Control a call today!