How to Get Rid of Wasps
Getting rid of wasps is an important part of preventing damage to your home or business. Wasps have strong mandibles that can chew through wood, plastic, and insulation.
Wasps can enter your home through windows, doors, attics, and basements. The best way to prevent wasps from entering your home is to make sure your house is free from food sources. If you are unable to eliminate the source of the problem, you can work with a professional pest control company to get rid of wasps.
To keep wasps from re-entering your home, you can repair any cracks or holes on the outside of your house. Caulk is a common type of sealant that can be used to seal cracks in your structure. However, silicone caulk is more difficult for wasps to chew through.
There are also other exclusion materials you can use. Duct tape and spackle are two of the most effective. However, you should avoid using silicone sealant and expanding foam.
Another important thing to remember is to use pyrethrum aerosol to kill yellow jackets. This should be used at night, as wasps can enter your home during the day.
If you still are unable to keep wasps out of your home, you can try using a vacuum cleaner. Make sure the vacuum cleaner is stuffed with cornstarch, sand, and desiccant dust. Place the vacuum cleaner in a black plastic bag for a day, then remove the vacuum cleaner and tape over the opening. This will trick the yellow jackets into entering the trap.