Hornet Pest Control

Spotting a hornet nest on your property can be alarming. In the event that you are experiencing a hornet infestation, the Xpress team is available 24/7 and we aim to get a pest exterminator to you 30-90 minutes*. Rather than attempting a risky DIY treatment, call the professionals at Xpress Pest Control. We have the specialised equipment and the experience to eliminate hornet infestations properly. We are here 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, ready for when you need us. At Xpress, we use power-based insecticides to treat the nests, which work quickly to eradicate the hornets. So, call today for quick and effective hornet pest control in Devon.

Finding a Hornet Nest

Hornet nests are made up of grey hexagonal cones and are usually found either within walls of buildings, in holes in the ground, in large bushes or trees. These paper-mache-like structures can house hundreds of worker hornets, making them a significant problem if found on your property. Left untreated, these nests can produce fertile queens which hibernate and establish new nests the following year. To prevent hornet reinfestations on your property, call Xpress for hornet pest control in Devon.

When to Call Xpress

The Xpress pest specialists are highly experienced and every year deal with a large range of hornet nests. When you call us for any hornet pest control in Devon, we will provide you with a quote over the phone. We will need to make sure that the hornet nest is active and has been established for at least 48 hours, which enables us to apply the treatment effectively. An active hornet nest will regularly have hornets flying in and out of the nest, and high activity is a major indicator of the nest being established for at least 48 hours. Call us today if you’re looking for reliable, long-lasting pest solutions at a competitive price.

FAQs

If you want some advice, our expert advisors are on hand 24/7* to help. They can talk through your problem and give you a free, no-obligation, estimate based on your specific situation. Or take a look at our frequently asked questions below and see how our professionals can help you.

Are hornets aggressive?

Hornets tend to be less aggressive than common wasps and will likely only sting if their nest is disturbed.

But it’s important to avoid any DIY attempts at treating the nest and hire a professional pest control service. Any attempt to remove a nest will likely provoke aggression from the hornets.

What do hornets look like?

Hornets, being the largest type of wasp, look very similar to common wasps or yellow jackets, as they are sometimes known.

There are two main types of hornets, the European and the Asian hornet. The former is native to the UK, but Asian hornets have been sighted in the UK since 2016.

The European hornet has a reddish-brown head and thorax with a yellow and brown striped abdomen. The Asian hornet is slightly smaller, with a black body and yellow stripes.

Where do hornets build their nests?

Hornets typically build nests in sheltered locations such as hollow trees, attics, outbuildings, and wall cavities. The nests are made from chewed wood fibres mixed with saliva, creating a papery appearance. Asian hornets often construct their nests high in trees, making them difficult to spot.

How long do hornets live?

An active hornet nest will regularly have hornets flying to and from the nest.
If you're experiencing significant hornet activity, and the nest has been established for 48 hours or more, it's a clear sign that the nest is active and we advise you call our professional pest control service.

What should I do if I find a hornet nest?

If you find a hornet nest, do not risk removal, as you may not eliminate all the hornets, and you could agitate them. Instead, call for the Xpress pest control service and let our specialists take care of the hornet pest control in Devon.

We can be with you in just 30-90 minutes* of your call. Xpress’s professional pest controllers can then safely treat the hornet nest. Once it is dormant you can also call us to remove the nest.

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Hornet Pest Control in Devon

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