Wasps are well-known for choosing unusual and sometimes inconvenient places to build their nests. While most people associate wasp nests with trees or under roof eaves, we have encountered many surprising locations. When wasps build nests, they look for places that provide shelter and protection. However, this often leads them to choose spots that cause concern for homeowners and businesses alike.
One of the strangest places we have seen wasps build nests is inside home appliances. Barbecues, lawnmowers and even washing machines have become prime locations for these stinging insects. Wasps favour such appliances because they remain undisturbed for long periods. This can lead to unexpected encounters, especially when you need to use the appliance and discover an active wasp nest inside.
To prevent this, regularly inspect outdoor equipment and appliances, particularly during the warmer months. Ensure that unused equipment remains covered and sealed, keeping wasps from entering and establishing a nest. What should you do if you find a wasp nest in your home or outhouse? It’s best to give pest control a call.
Another surprising place that wasps build nests is inside car engines and exhaust pipes. We have seen many cases where people discover wasp nests after leaving their car unused for a period. Wasps are attracted to the dark, sheltered spaces offered by cars, particularly when parked in quiet, undisturbed areas. This can lead to dangerous situations if the nest goes unnoticed and the car is suddenly started. Exhaust pipes and air filters also provide appealing areas for wasps to start their nests.
If you leave your car unused for a while, we recommend inspecting it thoroughly, especially in the spring and summer months. Be cautious when lifting the bonnet or inspecting exhaust pipes, as disturbing a nest can lead to wasp stings.
Wasps often choose warm, enclosed spaces to build their nests, and lofts or attics make ideal nesting spots. We have found that wasps love loft insulation due to its warmth and softness, which makes it a perfect location for a nest. Wasps build nests in lofts because they are often quiet and undisturbed, providing a safe place for the colony to grow.
Regular loft inspections during summer can help spot any wasp activity early. Wasps in the attic can become a serious pest problems in south London if they gain access to the main house.
Wasps can be surprisingly resourceful when it comes to finding locations to build their nests. Regular inspections and preventative measures are key to avoiding unwanted wasp infestations. If you discover a nest, contact us to handle the situation quickly and professionally.
Wasps build nests Inside home appliances!
One of the strangest places we have seen wasps build nests is inside home appliances. Barbecues, lawnmowers and even washing machines have become prime locations for these stinging insects. Wasps favour such appliances because they remain undisturbed for long periods. This can lead to unexpected encounters, especially when you need to use the appliance and discover an active wasp nest inside.
To prevent this, regularly inspect outdoor equipment and appliances, particularly during the warmer months. Ensure that unused equipment remains covered and sealed, keeping wasps from entering and establishing a nest. What should you do if you find a wasp nest in your home or outhouse? It’s best to give pest control a call.
Wasps build nests inside car engines and exhaust pipes!
Another surprising place that wasps build nests is inside car engines and exhaust pipes. We have seen many cases where people discover wasp nests after leaving their car unused for a period. Wasps are attracted to the dark, sheltered spaces offered by cars, particularly when parked in quiet, undisturbed areas. This can lead to dangerous situations if the nest goes unnoticed and the car is suddenly started. Exhaust pipes and air filters also provide appealing areas for wasps to start their nests.
If you leave your car unused for a while, we recommend inspecting it thoroughly, especially in the spring and summer months. Be cautious when lifting the bonnet or inspecting exhaust pipes, as disturbing a nest can lead to wasp stings.
Wasps build nests using loft insulation in attics
Wasps often choose warm, enclosed spaces to build their nests, and lofts or attics make ideal nesting spots. We have found that wasps love loft insulation due to its warmth and softness, which makes it a perfect location for a nest. Wasps build nests in lofts because they are often quiet and undisturbed, providing a safe place for the colony to grow.
Regular loft inspections during summer can help spot any wasp activity early. Wasps in the attic can become a serious pest problems in south London if they gain access to the main house.
Wasps can be surprisingly resourceful when it comes to finding locations to build their nests. Regular inspections and preventative measures are key to avoiding unwanted wasp infestations. If you discover a nest, contact us to handle the situation quickly and professionally.