Wasp & Hornet Nest Removal

Wasp and hornet infestations can be more than just a nuisance; on farms, solar sites, and rural businesses, they represent a genuine health and safety risk. A large nest can contain thousands of aggressive insects, posing a threat to staff, livestock, and the public. At **Welsh Town and Country Pest Control**, David Hill provides a fast-response service to safely neutralise and remove nests from even the most challenging locations.

Based in Resolven, we serve the heart of the Tywi Valley, Ammanford, Llandeilo, and the Brecon Beacons. We understand that in an agricultural or commercial environment, you cannot afford downtime or safety risks. That is why we offer priority scheduling for emergency nest removals.

Why Professional Removal is Vital

Attempting to remove a nest yourself using DIY products is often dangerous and ineffective. Professional-grade treatments are much more potent and allow for "one-visit" resolution. Furthermore, many nests are located at height—within eaves, barn rafters, or inside solar inverter housings—requiring specialist equipment and protective gear (PPE) to treat safely.

Solar farms provide ideal, warm cavities for wasps and hornets to build nests. Inverters and junction boxes are particularly attractive, but an active nest here can interfere with O&M (Operations & Maintenance) tasks and create a fire risk from nesting material. David Hill specialises in treating nests within sensitive electrical infrastructure, ensuring the asset is protected while the threat is removed.

Barns, stables, and feed stores are prime real estate for Common Wasps and European Hornets. In a farm setting, these pests can disturb livestock and make daily chores hazardous. Our treatments are targeted and controlled, ensuring that livestock and working animals are not exposed to the treatment process.

From loft spaces to garden hedges, we provide a discreet and effective service for homeowners. We don't just "spray and leave"; we ensure the nest is deactivated and can provide advice on proofing entry points to prevent future queens from nesting in the same location next season.

How long does it take for the nest to die?
Most nests are completely inactive within 2 to 24 hours of treatment. We use high-velocity dusts or sprays that the wasps carry into the heart of the nest, ensuring the queen is reached.

Do you remove the physical nest?
In many cases, it is safer to leave the deactivated nest in situ, as wasps will never reuse an old nest, and the residual treatment prevents other pests from moving in. However, if the nest is in a sensitive area (like a solar inverter), we can arrange for physical removal once it is confirmed dead.

Are hornets more dangerous than wasps?
Hornets are generally less aggressive than wasps but have a more painful sting due to their size. They are also active at night. We treat both species with the same level of professional care and caution.