Warning, this may sting a little: you shouldn’t take on stinging insect control without help. You may want to bravely take care of a bee’s nest in your attic, but it’s not a good idea without expert knowledge. Learn more about some of the most common stinging insects and how to go about controlling them, with help from a professional.

Insect ID

If you’ve been stung by an insect before, you know what kind of pain these tiny pests can inflict. From certain ants to most bees, they become highly protective of their nests and will strike if they feel threatened.

Some of the most common stinging insects include:

• Honey bees
• Wasps
• Hornets
• Yellowjackets
• Sawflies
• Bullet ants

Not only do these pests produce painful stings, but some people have developed serious allergies to bees. One sting could be fatal if unprepared.

Stinging pests can also do damage to your property. Left untreated, a bee’s nest in a tree or underground can grow large enough to disrupt your plants. If there’s a honey bee colony in your home, the honey they produce can seep into your walls and attract other pests as well.

If you encounter any stinging pests in or around your home, it’s time to call in reinforcements.

Stinging Insect Control

Because of the nature of these pests, it’s not safe to take action against them unless you know what you’re doing. If you’ve found a large, active nest in your yard or home, trying to remove it may disturb them to the point of attack.

Calling a professional pest control company is the first step in the process of eliminating these potentially dangerous insects. The next steps include:

1. A home inspection determines the project scope.
2. The perimeter is treated to ensure no more insects can enter.
3. Based on the findings, your home is treated for insects and any nests are properly removed.
4. Measures are taken so these pests don’t return.
5. A follow-up appointment may be necessary for repeat treatments.

Professionals have the proper protective equipment to keep the process safe and efficient. You may also need to contact a beekeeper to remove honeybees in a manner that can save their valuable honeycombs.

Save yourself and your family from the harsh sting of insects. Contact Cardinal Pest to help control colonies of ants, bees, and flies around your home.