Wasp & Hornet Season in Utah: What Attracts Them & How to Stop It

Summer Stinging, Happens So Fast

Got those summertime, summertime sting marks? In Utah, late spring through early fall brings more than warmer temperatures. Wasps and hornets are enjoying their summer vacation too - at your expense! Why cede your summer to these stingers? Experts reveal the best ways to keep such insects where they belong… in short, anywhere other than your home.

Know Your Enemy

The summer heat is amping up, and that’s not good where stinging insects are concerned, the experts warn. In fact, they’re about to become a whole lot more aggressive as their nests peak in size. Some of the worst offenders?

Paper wasps and bald-faced hornets are the ones you’re most likely to see in Utah. You probably won’t jump for joy at the sight of them either. Not only do their stings hurt, but if you’re an allergy sufferer, these insects can be extremely dangerous. It’s essential that they stay well away from you… but how do you ensure that?

Find Out What’s Attracting Them

You need to stay wary of what might be attracting wasps and hornets to your property. That way, you can make some adjustments accordingly - preventing future insect attacks in the process. So, why are these insects swarming near your home? One Utah team, Pickett Pest Control, explains where to look… and why they’re even here.

“They will look for food sources - such as flowering plants, fruit trees, and even garbage. They will need water to survive. Finally, they will need a place to build their nest. This could be almost anywhere - including the eaves of your roof, under your deck, or hanging from the branch of a tree.”

And once you've found that nest, what’s next? Hit it with a broom and run away, perhaps? Surprisingly, no. You’ve done your part by finding where these insects are hiding. Getting rid of them, however, is another matter entirely.

Hire Professionals

You’re going to want a professional response. DIY removal attempts are cheaper, yes - but unless you know what you’re doing, they’re also far more hazardous to your health. Professionals will offer specialized services that expressly deal with wasps and hornets by addressing them at the source - namely, their nests. 

When you go with pest control pros, you’re trusting crewmen who are ready to remove wasp and hornet nests both safely and efficiently. Many will use eco-friendly products to eliminate insects with a reduced environmental impact. You won’t find them using pesticides or other harmful chemicals, either. That’s because they’re trying to create a safer living space for your family and pets as they handle all kinds of pests - stinging or otherwise.

And professionals know that pest threats don’t end once wasps and hornets are sent packing. Spiders, ants, mosquitoes... you name them. Each threat needs its own response. 

The ideal approach is one that doesn’t just defuse the current danger… but also stops any future pests from darkening your doorstep. That’s where professional pest control teams come in, saving you from having to deal with creepy crawlies (or worse) yourself.