Frequently Asked Questions

The identity of bees and wasps is often confused. In general, bees have hairy bodies and legs whilst wasps are smooth and brighter in colour (yellow and black). Bees tend to be more prevalent during the early part of the season (April, May) and then wasps start emerging in June onwards. There are numerous images of bees and wasps online for identification purposes but you can send us an image if you need further classification.
Read our identify a wasp page for further information.

No, bees are pollinators and are beneficial to the environment. Bees left alone are not normally aggressive. If you still require treatment for bees please contact your local Council’s Environmental Team who may be able to recommend a company.

As wasps generally build their nests in void areas they often cannot be seen.  If you see lots of wasps in the area and can see them flying into and out of a hole the chances are that you have a nest. The amount of activity will depend upon the weather (dry/warm weather more active ) and the stage of the wasp’s nests cycle. (July, August September being the core months). Wasps make their nests from chewed wood pulp and saliva. This results in a papery appearance and can be present in sheds, lofts and garages. Active nests will have wasps on the outside. Non-dormant nests in lofts can be identified by turning on a light and waiting to see if wasps are attracted to them.

Yes, especially if you can see them flying in and out of a specific area. If the wasps are generally all over the bush/tree then the chances are that they are just feeding and unfortunately there is little we can offer in these circumstances.

Yes, they can be. Wasps tend to be aggressive and the sting is painful. Some people will react badly to a sting.

If you are stung by a wasp, wash the area with soap and water to remove as much of the venom as possible. Apply a cold pack to the wound to reduce the swelling and pain. If the sting causes a larger local reaction, the sting is very painful, you feel nauseous please seek medical advice.
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/insect-bites-and-stings/treatment/

There are products on the market (foam, sprays, powder) that if applied correctly will work, they should be applied directly into the entry area or over the entire nest if it is visible. Please take care as once the wasps come in contact with the insecticide they become very aggressive. Cover all areas of your exposed skin including your face. Wear light colours (preferably white) as wasps have poor vision which results in them being attracted to dark colours.

The fixed cost for treatment of a nest is £60 +VAT there are no additional charges to residential customers. When treating nests at business premises VAT is added. If additional nests are pointed out to us during our visit the additional charge per nest is £10 +VAT.

We cover Loughton and surrounding areas for our service (Debden, Epping, Chigwell, Buckhurst Hill, Woodford, Chingford and Highams Park). By offering a local service only we can offer a very competitive rate with usually a service the same day or within 24 hours.

We will carry out an assessment of the area and discuss how we will carry out the works before proceeding. If wasps are flying in and out of an area around the roof we will always try to treat the nest externally so we do not have to enter the property/loft. We will ensure all windows in the area are closed to eliminate wasps flying into the property after treatment. Once the nest/entry point to the nest is located we will spray a powdered insecticide onto/into the area using a DR5 hand pump powder duster. if the situation allows we will use a lance to allow us to treat the nest at a safe distance. Once completed we will then recommend the people stay out of the garden/area for the rest of the day.
Read our wasps nest treatment page for further information.

Yes, we adhere to the legislation outlined by the Control of Pesticide Regulations 1986.

Usually not. Often the nests cannot be seen and even in the cases where the nest are visible the insecticide will carry on working and killing the wasps and due to the vast numbers the removal of the nest is impractical.  Once treated and after the nest is dormant for an additional fee (£50 +VAT) we can offer this service. Alternatively, we can advise you on how to do this safely.

Usually within an hour or two.

Yes, our works are fully guaranteed. If after 48 hours of the treatment you can still see wasps flying in and out of the same hole we will return to retreat FREE OF CHARGE.