When Is Wasp Season in Borley?

Many people put off calling because they do not know what the visit involves, so this guide walks through the day and what you can do to help.

Why people wait

A surprising number of people leave a nest for weeks because they are unsure what to expect. Will they need to be at home? Do the family have to leave? How long will it take? This guide covers the practical side of a visit, so you can decide with confidence. It does not describe how the nest is treated, because that is the technician's job.

It also ties the visit to the season, because the best time to book is earlier than most people think.

Most people find that the biggest worry is the unknown. Once the process is clear, it turns out to be a short and routine visit.

Spring and summer: when to ring

Nests begin from late April, depending on the weather, and grow through the summer to a peak in August. The advice is to ring as soon as you see a repeated pattern of wasps going to one place. You do not need to be certain that it is a nest. A short description of what you have seen is enough.

In early season the nest is small, so there are fewer wasps to consider, and the job is easier. In August, a nest can hold from 2,000 to 10,000 or more wasps and needs more care.

If you are not sure that what you have seen is a nest, say so. The booking team deals with this every season and can help you describe what you have seen. A repeated line of wasps to one spot, wasps in the loft or a hole in the ground with traffic are typical indicators.

Before the visit: what to have ready

You can help by preparing a few simple facts. The booking team will want to know where the nest is, how high up, and how people can reach it. They will also ask whether there are children, pets or anyone with an allergy.

• The address and the position of the nest on the property.
• Whether it is in a wall, roof, tree, shed or the ground.
• How long you have noticed activity.
• Access details, such as side gates and locked areas.
• Whether the property is a home or a business.

If a family member is allergic to wasp stings, say so when you book.

If the nest is in a loft or outbuilding, clear a path to the hatch or door beforehand, but do not go near the nest to do it. Move items in the garden that might be in the way, such as bikes, toys and plant pots, taking care to stay away from the flight line.

If you rent the property, tell the landlord or agent about the booking. Whether they or you arrange and pay for it depends on the tenancy agreement, so check it.

On the day: keeping out of the way

Keep children and pets indoors, away from the area. Close windows on the side of the building with the nest. Move cars, garden furniture and washing out of the way if you can do so safely, and leave a clear route for the technician. You do not need to stand and watch.

If you cannot be at home, arrange for someone else to be present or to provide access. Make sure the technician can reach the nest without having to pass through a locked area. Treatment is for a fixed price per nest, so there is no need to negotiate on the day.

Neighbours may notice the visit. A quick word beforehand explains what is happening, and it is considerate to tell people who share a wall or fence. Some may wish to keep their own windows closed for the time of the visit.

When the technician has finished, they will tell you what has been done and what to do next. Ask any questions then.

After the visit

Follow the technician's advice about when it is safe to return to the area. You might see a few wasps for a short time. If a lot of wasps are still active after the visit, contact the business and explain what you are seeing. Remember that one visit is guaranteed.

If there is an empty nest in a loft or wall, you can ask the technician whether it can be taken down. Think about repairing the gap, but wait until you are sure no wasps are using it.

Keep a note of the date. Should wasps appear again, the date helps the business understand how long it has been since the visit.

Looking ahead

Once you have had a nest treated, write down the date and the place. In the following spring, from late April, take a walk around the property. If the same gap has been re-used, you will see it at once. If not, you have saved yourself an unpleasant surprise.

For businesses, the same applies. Keep a record of the nest in your maintenance file so that the next manager knows where it was.

Finally, if there is a second nest on the property, mention it when you book, so that it can be dealt with at the same visit where possible. The additional nest price applies to nests on the same property.

Booking Wasp Nest Removal Essex means a fixed £90 per nest, covered by one visit guaranteed, and extra nests on the same property are £35 each. Both householders and business owners can book, fully insured, open all seven days and able to offer same-day service.

Call 01245 327274 or choose the online booking form on the contact page instead. When arranging treatment, you can ask if the empty nest can be removed once treated.

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