Remove food and drink sources
Keep trash cans tightly sealed
Clean up fallen fruit and pet food
Cover outdoor food and drinks
Avoid wearing strong floral scents
Seal cracks and gaps around the home
Turn off bright outdoor lights at night
Use wasp traps away from seating areas
Spray nests only if it is safe to do so
Call a pest control professional for large or hard-to-reach nests
Wait until night or early morning before approaching nests
Wear protective clothing if removing a small nest
Use soapy water on small exposed nests if appropriate
Keep windows and doors screened
Trim bushes and overgrown plants near the house
Remove old nests after wasps are inactive
Use decoy nests to discourage nesting nearby