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Spraying an elevated hornet nest with a retail aerosol can rarely solves the problem; it usually just provokes an aggressive colony of hundreds of stinging insects with nowhere to go but straight toward your patio. When seeking dependable bald-faced hornet... Read More

Spraying the surface of a ground burrow with store-bought aerosol rarely solves a stinging insect problem in Northern Nevada; it almost always provokes an aggressive swarm. If you have noticed wasps surging from hidden openings near turf, rockeries, or outbuildings,... Read More

Imagine you’re finally enjoying a quiet Saturday on your patio when a sharp, buzzing sound interrupts the peace, only for you to find a thriving paper wasp nest tucked under your eaves. It’s a common discovery for homeowners here, especially... Read More

Last Tuesday, a homeowner in the Wingfield Springs neighborhood discovered a thriving nest tucked deep within their porch eaves, turning a simple afternoon walk into a safety hazard. It is a stressful experience to realize that your own backyard has... Read More

Did you know that during the peak of a Northern Nevada summer, wasp activity can become 46 times more intense than it was in the spring? It’s unsettling to discover an aggressive nest tucked under your eaves or hidden in... Read More

Did you know that a single queen starting a nest in the spring can lead to a colony of over 5,000 aggressive wasps by the time August heat peaks in Northern Nevada? It’s a staggering number that explains why a... Read More

You finally set the table for a long-awaited weekend barbecue under the Reno sun, but before the first burger hits the plate, the distinctive buzz of yellow jackets sends your guests retreating toward the sliding glass door. It’s a frustrating... Read More

In the high desert of Northern Nevada, your home’s perimeter isn’t just a boundary; it is a dynamic frontline against shifting environmental pressures that change with every degree of temperature. Many residents in our community find themselves caught in a... Read More

Did you know that wasp activity in Northern Nevada has been starting up to six weeks earlier than usual because of our recent record warm temperatures? In 2024, local experts reported a massive spike in calls as early as July,... Read More

Last Saturday, a local family found their backyard birthday party cut short when aggressive yellowjackets emerged from a hidden nest near the swing set. For many homeowners, the discovery of a paper nest under the eaves or a colony in... Read More