West Midlands Hornet Control

Hornets aren’t a frequent pest in the UK. However, they can cause issues in some areas, and their large size and potent sting makes them hazardous to humans, especially if they can be found in large numbers.

Hornets can be tricky to differentiate from wasps. The most clear indicator is the fact that hornets are social and live in large nests while wasps have a tendency to be solitary. This means that if you find a large number of the insects, they may be hornets. Small numbers of hornets can be controlled on a DIY basis using spray insecticide carefully. However, this is dangerous because of the sting of the hornet. Hornets can sting multiple times without dying and their stings can cause allergic reactions in many people. These stings can be deadly in rare cases.

For severe infestations or in circumstances where the nest is inaccessible the services of a specialist pest control company should be sought. These companies have access to professional quality insecticides which are extremely effective on hornets. These insecticides may be delivered either by spray, a liquid application or in dust form. All of these methods will leave some residual effect meaning any hornets that were not present at the time of the first application will be killed when they come back to the nest. Pest control companies will also be able to remove the nest, which will stop hornets attempting to recolonise it.