Wasp Control

Wasps build paper or mud nests in sheltered spots around the outside of a home. Every Liberty plan covers wasps on the first floor of your home, and your Service Specialist removes wasp nests on regular visits.

How to identify

  • Slender insects with a narrow waist, two pairs of wings and smooth, shiny bodies.
  • Paper wasps are brown with yellow or red markings, and their long legs hang down in flight.
  • Mud daubers are black or metallic blue and build tube-shaped mud nests.

Common wasps in our area

  • Northern paper wasp

    Polistes fuscatus

    Look for
    A slender black to reddish-brown wasp, up to about 3/4 inch long, with a very thin waist.
    Where you'll find it
    Hangs open, umbrella-shaped paper nests under eaves, gutters, ledges and porch ceilings, and inside sheds and barns.
  • European paper wasp

    Polistes dominula

    Look for
    A black-and-yellow paper wasp that is easy to mistake for a yellow jacket, though it builds an open umbrella-shaped nest.
    Where you'll find it
    Nests in the same sheltered spots as other paper wasps: eaves, overhangs, ledges and outbuildings.
  • Black and yellow mud dauber

    Sceliphron caementarium

    Look for
    A slim, dark wasp with yellow markings, about 3/4 inch long, with a long, thread-thin waist.
    Where you'll find it
    Builds mud nests on sheltered outside walls, under eaves and in garages and sheds.

Signs you have them

  • Umbrella-shaped paper nests under eaves, porch ceilings, railings or light fixtures
  • Wasps flying in and out of the same spot on your home
  • Mud tubes on walls, ceilings or in sheds (mud daubers)

Where they're found

Wasps build nests in sheltered spots around the outside of a home, like under eaves, porch ceilings, decks, railings and shutters.

How Liberty treats it

Covered by every plan
  1. Inspection

    When you choose a plan online, a local Service Advisor visits your home for free to confirm it's the right plan. On your first visit, your Service Specialist does a thorough inspection around your home to see how many nests there are, where wasps are building them and what draws them, like sheltered eaves, porch ceilings and sweet foods outdoors.

  2. Treatment

    • Knock down nestsYour Service Specialist knocks down and treats wasp nests on the first floor of your home, like under eaves, porch ceilings and railings.
    • Treat eaves and porchesThey treat eaves and porch ceilings after clearing webs and nests, since wasps like to build in those sheltered spots.
    • Remove mud dauber tubesThey scrape mud dauber tubes off walls and ceilings on the first floor.
  3. Follow-up

    Your plan covers wasps on the first floor of your home, and your Service Specialist comes back every 3 months to check for new nests and treat around your home. If covered pests show up between visits, just text us.

What our customers say

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Trai Bisher did an amazing job! They were professional, on time, and very knowledgeable. They explained everything clearly and made the whole process easy and stress-free. their customer service was excellent from start to finish. I highly recommend them to anyone needing reliable and affordable pest control services!

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3 months ago · Google review

I’m currently in the process of buying a home, and after our initial inspection, we were told there might be termite damage. We first contacted a large national pest control company hoping to get a quick inspection and quote for negotiation purposes. Unfortunately, they scheduled us for Friday and never showed up. They then rescheduled for Monday and didn't show up again, and the same thing happened on Tuesday. By that point, we had wasted nearly a week of our two-week inspection period and only had two days left. That’s when we called Liberty Pest Control. I explained our situation, and Trai promptly reached out and was able to fit us into his schedule. From the start, he was professional, friendly, communicative, and genuinely helpful. He confirmed the appointment, kept me updated on his arrival time, and called me personally when the report was complete to walk me through his findings. The level of customer service was outstanding, especially after the frustrating experience we had elsewhere. Trai made a stressful situation much easier and gave us the information we needed within our tight timeline. I would 100% recommend Trai and Liberty Pest Control to anyone needing a home inspection or pest services. I was extremely impressed with the company, and once we move into our new home, Liberty Pest Control will be the first company I call for ongoing pest control services.

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3 months ago · Google review

Huge shoutout to Liberty Pest Control for their outstanding service! Today Trei Bisher stopped by for our service, and the experience was top-notch from start to finish. First off, the truck pulled into the driveway and I have to say… WOW. The design looks fantastic. It’s clean, professional, and really shows that Liberty Pest Control takes pride in their presentation. But the service itself is what really stood out. Trei didn’t just show up and rush through the job. He took the time to touch base with me first to make sure he had all the correct information about what I needed. He clearly explained what he was going to be doing and even mentioned another service option they offer.. but in a helpful way, not pushy at all. Another thing I really appreciated was how respectful he was of my workspace. Since I work remotely, it was important that my day wasn’t interrupted. Trei moved efficiently from area to area, getting everything done without interfering with my work at all. Professional, respectful, and thorough service like this is exactly why companies like Liberty Pest Control stand out. If you’re looking for reliable pest control with great people behind the work, they’re definitely worth calling.

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What it costs

$99First visit (online)

$49Per month · No contract

Quarterly Plan: service every 3 months. Homes up to 3,000 sq ft.

Plans cover wasps on the first floor of your home.

Every visit, every 3 months

  • Spider web removal service
  • Exterior treatments (interior on request)
  • Landscape granular treatment

Pricing shown is for homes up to 3,000 sq ft (Quarterly Plan) and properties up to ½ acre (Patriot and Freedom Plans). Larger homes and properties require a free in-person inspection to confirm your plan. The $99 first visit applies when you sign up online for the Quarterly or Patriot Plan; the Freedom Plan first visit is $199. The Quarterly Plan has no contract. The Patriot and Freedom Plans include a 1-year service agreement. The Freedom Plan includes a termite inspection before Sentricon installation.

DIY prevention tips

  • Keep outdoor trash cans closed with tight-fitting lids, and set them away from doors and patios.
  • Cover food and drinks when eating outside, and clean up spills and leftovers promptly.
  • Caulk cracks and keep screens repaired so wasps can't build nests inside walls, attics or sheds.
  • Walk calmly away from wasps instead of swatting at them.
  • Don't knock down or spray a nest yourself; call a professional, especially for nests up high or near doors.

Common questions

Are wasps covered by my plan?

Yes. Wasps (first floor) are covered by every plan.

What attracts wasps to my house?

Wasps look for sheltered spots to build nests, like eaves, porch ceilings and railings. Sweet drinks, fruit, open trash and outdoor pet food also draw them in.

When are wasps most active?

Wasps start new nests in spring, and the nests grow through the summer. Activity slows once cold weather arrives in the fall.

Do wasps reuse old nests?

Most wasps don't reuse an old nest, but they often build new ones in the same sheltered spots year after year.

What's the difference between wasps, yellow jackets and hornets?

Paper wasps are slender, with long legs that hang down in flight, and build open, umbrella-shaped nests. Yellow jackets and hornets build enclosed paper nests in the ground, walls or trees. Yellow jackets and hornets aren't part of our plans and start with a free inspection.

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