Wasps do a lot of good work in the garden as they kill insects and pests that are harmful to plants. But they are different propositions when they decide to build nests in areas that are most frequented by your family members. Ground wasps that nestle between patio stones, burrow in the ground or between the grass can be troublesome because that is where we and our family members tread every day. Sandy soil is easy to dig and wasps are attracted to them like magnet and the result is snug little lairs built all over your yard. On these occasions it is advisable to call wasps removal Vaughan such as BBPP, professional pest control company in the area as they will do a better job of it with their vast knowledge of underground wasps. Always wear the appropriate PPE while undertaking DIY measures or you will come under wasp attack.
How to identify Ground wasps?
Yellow jackets are the most common type of wasps that build nest in the ground. They are good diggers and are also known as cicada killer wasps. Ground digger wasps are bigger in size, measuring as much as 2-inches and can look menacing. They have rust colored head and yellow and black stripes alternating the underbelly.
How identify the ground nest?
The ground wasps usually look for loose soil on the ground and dig hole or holes that are quarter sized. Sometimes you will find a series of holes and loose mounds of earth besides them. the burrow could be as much as 24 inches deep and by marking the burrows with flags you can select your target for treatment.
Here are some home grown methods to keep wasps out of your ground before you take the spray gun to eliminate them.
Keep the ground wet
Watering the lawn and outdoor surfaces with water will prevent wasps from digging in to the ground and building lairs. When you soak the grass or ground with water it becomes hard for wasps to dig as the soil become hard and saturated.
Sprinkle diatomaceous earth over ground nests
The diatomaceous earth is made up of silica and is soft to touch of humans. But the soil is actually little shards of glass when it comes in contact with wasps’ bodies and other insects. Wasps are in the habit of coming in and going out frequently from their nests and their wings will come in contact with the powder with shards of glass. This will gradually damage their bodies and eliminate them, thus treating the whole nest. Liberally dust the powdery earth over the holes and burrows for effective control of wasps.
Drown hive with Soap and Water
Cover the underground nest of wasps with a filter cloth or landscaping fabric and cut a small hole In the centre. This will facilitate the flow of water into the ground while trapping wasps inside the nest. Mix dish soap and water in a gallon container and sprinkle the water over the fabric. The soapy water will cut down the ability of flying and thus keep the wasps in the ground. You can follow it with a blast of water from your hose so wasps are drowned inside their nests.
Call Professional Help
These generally work with them and if the infestation is too big it is better to take professional help such as pest control Vaughan like BBPP, the most efficient wasp removal in the area. You can contact them on phone number 647-910-6315 and ask them for a free quote.