Hearing buzzing around your home may compel you to break out the bug spray, but it’s important to leave pest removal to professional exterminators. There are thousands of different bees, wasps, and hornets; without the proper knowledge, experience, or equipment to handle each variety, you could get hurt or damage your property. Use these helpful tips to understand various species to properly handle the situation before pest control arrives.

Exterminator’s Guide to Buzzing Bugs

Bees

Fuzzy yellow and black striped — or light-brown — critters are bees. They collect pollen and play an important role in the ecosystem. Worker bees produce and store honey in their hives and tend to gather in bigger groups than wasps and hornets. Their nests are big to accommodate the large colonies, so they’re easy to identify. Pest control professionals can help safely remove and relocate hives to maintain local bee populations.

Wasps 

Wasps are larger than bees, belong to the same family as yellow jackets, and have two pairs of wings and big stingers. While bees can only sting once, wasps can sting multiple times, which makes them more dangerous for homeowners — especially for families with aging relatives or young children. Wasps nests are usually found in sheltered areas to retain heat and protect themselves. An exterminator can inspect vulnerable areas — like sheds and attics — to treat potential nesting sites.

Hornets

Hornets are also part of the wasp family, but they are larger and can become aggressive. When they sting, they can also release pheromones to alert their colony to attack. Their stings are considered more dangerous to humans — even for those without allergies — due to larger concentrations of venom. If you see this kind of pest, steer clear and contact a professional exterminator immediately.

Don’t attempt to remove bees, hornets, or wasps yourself; contact TAAP Pest Elimination in Spencerport, NY. Their team of certified exterminators provides prompt, safe, and effective pest control to residents and commercial businesses. From the initial inspection to the final check, they work with customers to ensure the highest level of satisfaction. Learn more about bee removal on their website or call (585) 723-6542 to speak with one of their pest experts today.