Wasps and hornets are more than just a nuisance—they’re aggressive, territorial, and dangerous when provoked. In the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), homeowners frequently encounter three main types: yellow jackets, European paper wasps, and bald-faced hornets. Understanding their behaviour and knowing how to handle them properly is the first step to reclaiming your outdoor space.
Let’s begin with species identification.
Yellow Jackets are aggressive scavengers with bright yellow and black stripes. You often see them swarming around food, garbage, or sugary drinks during summer.
European Paper Wasps are more slender, with reddish markings and longer legs. They are less aggressive but will sting if their nests are disturbed.
Bald-Faced Hornets, larger and darker, have pale-yellow faces and are known for defending their massive aerial nests with intensity.
By learning their differences, you can act faster and more confidently when you spot them around your property.
Knowing where these pests build their nests is essential. Yellow jackets prefer enclosed voids—such as wall cavities, attic corners, or beneath steps. Paper wasps often choose overhangs and eaves, building umbrella-shaped nests. Meanwhile, bald-faced hornets create large, football-shaped nests in trees, bushes, or high corners of homes.
These pests are clever and persistent. They take advantage of warm, protected spaces like soffits, brick holes, or even attic vents. Therefore, regular inspections around your property’s perimeter make a big difference.
When it comes to wasp and hornet removal in the GTA, it’s critical to avoid DIY solutions. Disturbing a nest without proper gear or experience can lead to multiple stings—or worse, allergic reactions.
Our Pest Protection Plus team uses professional-grade protective equipment and strategic treatments to eliminate nests safely. Whether a nest is tucked into a vent or hidden in dense shrubbery, we assess, treat, and remove it with minimal disruption to your home and family.
Prevention is as important as removal. Start by sealing cracks, gaps, and holes in siding or soffits. Install vent screens, remove outdoor food sources, and trim trees and shrubs near the home.
We also recommend seasonal inspections and proactive treatments, especially during spring and early summer when nests begin to form. Want a free tool to help you stay ahead? Download our Seasonal Home Pest Prevention Calendar to plan ahead.
Pest Protection Plus has helped thousands of homeowners safely eliminate wasps and hornets across the GTA. Our commitment to education, safety, and results makes us the go-to provider for reliable stinging insect control.
We’re more than a pest control company—we’re your partners in prevention. For a fast quote, expert advice, or to learn more, contact our team today.
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