Effective Strategies For Yellow Jacket Control: Expert Advice For Boise Property Owners

Understanding Yellow Jackets: Behavior And Habitats

Yellow jackets are a lot like other common wasps in Boise. They sting when threatened, consume protein and sugar-rich foods, and live together in large colonies. You might find a yellow jacket nest hanging from a tree, on the side of your home, or in a hole in the ground. These pests will often use the abandoned burrows of other creatures to build their homes.

One thing you should know about yellow jackets is that they become more aggressive in the fall. This is for a good reason. As their queens get ready for hibernation, workers grow more cautious about who they allow to wander near their nests. If you are not careful, you might get these pests mad and elicit an attack.

Dangers Of Yellow Jacket Stings: Allergic Reactions And Health Risks

A sting from a yellow jacket is not life-threatening for most people. If you are allergic to venom, you might have a severe reaction to these pests. Talk with your doctor to best understand your risk. Otherwise, avoid stings whenever possible.

Common symptoms of a yellow jacket attack include localized pain, redness, and swelling followed by itchiness that lingers for several days. It is good to note that wasps can sting multiple times and will do so. More than 30 stings can pose a serious threat to your health. Seek medical attention if you are ever swarmed by these pests and suffer several stings. To avoid this, do your best to address yellow jacket wasp nests as they arise on your property.

Creating A Yellow Jacket-Free Zone: Tips For Prevention And Protection

The best way to handle yellow jackets is to destroy their nests early. You are much less likely to get stung if you knock down forming hives before they grow larger than a golf ball. Other methods to prevent these pests include:

• Picking up fruit that drops into your yard.
• Investing in trash cans with tight-fitting lids.
• Reducing the number of budding plants in your yard.
• Cleaning up food and drinks after eating outdoors.
• Keeping dishes covered when hosting outdoor gatherings.

Talk with our team at Owyhee Environmental if you would like options to keep yellow jackets away from your property. We would be more than happy to walk you through our advanced stinging insect control services. 

Professional Yellow Jacket Control: When To Seek Expert Help

There has never been a better time to invest in yellow jacket removal in Boise. If you have noticed an influx of these pests on your property, bring in our team for a quick inspection. We will find out where yellow jackets are building a nest and eliminate it before it becomes a bigger problem.

If you would like help keeping wasps and other pests out of your home, we have options for this as well. Call Owyhee Environmental now to schedule nest removal for your Boise property and say goodbye to yellow jackets for good.