Wasps in Jordan & the South Metro?
Yellow jackets, paper wasps, hornets, mud daubers, and cicada killers. Do not disturb nests. Here is how we handle it.
How do you get rid of wasps in Minnesota? Find the nest and treat it safely. Yellow jackets nest in the ground and walls, paper wasps under eaves, and hornets in trees and shrubs. Do not disturb a nest yourself, late summer is when they are most aggressive. We locate and treat nests and seal openings to prevent new ones next season.
Quick facts
What they look like
Yellow-and-black or brown, with a narrow waist; some have smooth bodies, others are fuzzy
Size
1/2 to 1 inch, depending on species
Peak season in Minnesota
July through September, peaks in late summer
Where they hide
Under eaves, in wall voids, in the ground, and in trees
Bite, sting or damage
Stings, can sting repeatedly
What are the signs you have wasps?
Why are wasps in my house?
Wasps and yellow jackets build nests under eaves, in wall voids, in the ground, and in trees. In late summer they become more aggressive as the colony peaks and food gets scarce.
What do wasps look like?
What they are
Stinging insects that build nests in the ground, on structures, or in trees
Common Minnesota species
Yellow jackets, paper wasps, bald-faced hornets, European hornets, mud daubers, and cicada killers
When are wasps worst in Minnesota?
July through September, with stings most common in late summer when nests are largest and most defensive
Are wasps harmful?
They defend nests aggressively; late-summer stings are a real concern
How does Brothers get rid of wasps?
We locate and treat nests safely. Do not disturb them yourself.
How can I keep wasps out?
Seal openings in siding and eaves in early spring
Remove old nests after the season to discourage reuse
Keep food and drinks covered outdoors in late summer
Wasps
Here is how we handle it
Licensed & insured
Family-owned in Jordan since 2021
No rigid contracts
We tell you what you need, and what you don't
Details
Common questions
When are wasps most dangerous?
Should I knock down a nest myself?
How do I prevent wasps next year?
Related help
Pest Control
The Brothers service that covers wasps
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Cellar, jumping, garden, and fishing spiders, mostly a nuisance; exterior and interior treatment
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Standing-water breeders that ruin yards from spring through early fall; West Nile risk
Learn more about mosquitoesDealing with wasps?
Tell us what you're seeing. We'll figure out what your home actually needs, no pressure, no rigid contracts.
