How to Keep Wasps Out of Your Home
WouterKeeping wasps out of your home can be a challenge. This is because they are a pest that is capable of chewing through drywall, wood and other materials. Their stings can be harmful to people and pets.
Leaving doors and windows open can attract these insects. In addition, they are attracted to light. This is especially true during the summer months. They are also known to hide in spaces between doors.
Another way to keep wasps out is to have your chimney inspected by a chimney sweep. The flue should be sealed properly and the screen should be cleaned annually. You should also check your vents to make sure there are no openings. If there are, consider adding a screen.
Another way to keep wasps from getting into your home is to close your garage. Garage doors are a magnet for wasps. They can get in through a variety of ways, including the door, vents and even the eaves. They are also known to build nests in the garage.
Wasps can also get into your home through windows. They can chew through metal framed screens and plastic screens. They can also fit through tiny gaps in your window frames. They can even build nests in your window frames.
Another way to keep wasps at bay is to seal up any holes in your screens. You can use silicone caulk or even a piece of screening to keep wasps out of your windows.
