Understanding Wasp Nests in Milton Keynes – What You Need to Know
Wasp nests are a common nuisance across Milton Keynes and surrounding areas including Bletchley, Newport Pagnell, Beaconsfield, and Leighton Buzzard, especially during the warmer months. But what exactly goes on inside a wasp nest? How do they form, and how big can they really get? Here’s what you need to know to stay safe and when to call for professional Wasp Nest Removal.
How Does a Wasp Nest Start?
A wasp nest begins in the spring when a single queen emerges from hibernation and looks for a safe, sheltered place to start building. This could be your attic, loft space, garage, shed, under roof tiles, or even within cavity walls. Using chewed wood and saliva, she creates a small paper-like structure about the size of a golf ball — this is the start of the colony.
How Big Can a Wasp Nest Get?
What starts as a tiny structure can rapidly grow! A wasp nest can expand from the size of a tennis ball in early spring to the size of a beach ball — or even larger — by late summer. In some homes in Milton Keynes and Buckinghamshire villages, we’ve removed nests the size of a dustbin!
The nest can contain up to 10,000 wasps and more in peak season, making DIY removal extremely dangerous.
Where Do Wasps Like to Build Nests?
Wasps are opportunistic nest builders. Here are the most common places we find nests during callouts across Milton Keynes, Bletchley, Newport Pagnell and Beaconsfield:
- Loft spaces and attics
- Garden sheds and garages
- Wall cavities and roof eaves
- Under decking or garden furniture
- Air bricks and vents
Why You Shouldn’t Remove a Wasp Nest Yourself
Attempting DIY removal can be extremely dangerous — especially if you’re allergic to wasp stings. If disturbed, wasps will aggressively defend their nest. Always contact a professional service.
At Milton Keynes Pest Controller, we offer rapid wasp nest removal for homes and businesses, with a fixed price of £90 and no hidden costs. If you or someone in your household has a wasp sting allergy, please let us know in your enquiry and we will prioritise your appointment.
Professional Wasp Control Across Milton Keynes & Surrounding Areas
Whether you’re based in Milton Keynes, Bletchley, Newport Pagnell, Beaconsfield or anywhere else in Buckinghamshire, our team is on hand to safely eliminate wasp nests with fast response times and friendly service.
Book Your Wasp Nest Removal Today
Don’t wait until the problem becomes dangerous — if you suspect a wasp nest is forming, contact our experienced pest control team now.