Paper wasps are common around homes in Kawana from spring through to autumn. They build grey, papery nests shaped like an upside-down umbrella under eaves, pergolas, balcony railings, clothesline covers, pool fences and in dense hedges. Often the first sign is a wasp flying out of a shrub when someone trims it or walks past. We ask where the nest is and how large it looks, give you upfront pricing and book a nearby independent crew.
Keep children and pets away from the area and avoid spraying or knocking the nest down yourself. A disturbed nest can send a group of wasps out at once to defend it. If the nest is close to a doorway, a balcony or a play area, tell us when you call so the crew can plan the approach. A photo taken from a distance can help too.
On the day, the crew locates the nest, treats it so the wasps stop being active, then removes it where it can be reached. They also look around the rest of the property for other nests, because it is common to find more than one on the same house or fence line. Wasps like to build in the same sheltered places each year, so the crew can point out spots to keep an eye on.
- Nests under eaves, gutters and pergolas
- Nests on balcony railings and pool fences
- Nests in hedges, shrubs and palms
- A check of the yard for other nests
For anything urgent involving a person's health, call 000, or ask a doctor or the Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26. To book wasp nest removal in Kawana, call 07 3543 7771 and describe where the nest is.
