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Bees / Hornets / Wasps
Yellow jackets, paper wasps, bald-faced hornets, carpenter bees
Overview
Stinging insects are beneficial predators and pollinators but become dangerous when nesting near people. Colonies range from small paper nests to large underground hives. Some species are highly aggressive when disturbed.
How to Confirm
Active nest with workers entering/exiting a hole or structure
Papery or waxy nest structure under eaves or in bushes
Carpenter bee holes (perfectly round, ½ inch diameter)
Bee swarm resting on branch or structure
DIY vs. Call a Pro
Small exposed nests can be treated at night with wasp freeze spray. Call a pro for nests inside walls, large ground nests, or any honey bee colony — these should be relocated, not killed.