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wasp Fumigation & Control in Melbourne, Geelong & Region
How to Identify if You Have a wasp Problem
How to Identify if You Have a wasp Problem
How to Identify if You Have a wasp Problem
- Visible nests under eaves, in roof spaces, sheds, or trees
- Increased wasp activity around food, bins, or outdoor eating areas
- Frequent stings or sightings of multiple wasps in a small area
- Aggressive buzzing near windows, doors, or outdoor seating
Wasp Behaviour
How to Identify if You Have a wasp Problem
How to Identify if You Have a wasp Problem
Colony Life
- Most wasps live in colonies with a queen and worker wasps.
- Nests can grow to hundreds of wasps during peak season.
Aggressive Defence
- Wasps are protective of their nests and will sting repeatedly if threatened.
- Worker wasps patrol the nest area and can become aggressive near food or sugary drinks.
Food Sources
- Wasps are attracted to protein (meat, pet food) and sugary foods (fruit, drinks, sweets).
- Outdoor eating areas, bins, compost, and pet feeding zones are common hotspots.
Nesting Habits
- Nests are commonly built under eaves, in roof spaces, sheds, trees, or hollow spaces.
- Paper wasps make exposed nests, while some species build hidden nests in cavities.
Seasonal Activity
- Wasps are most active during spring and summer, when food sources are abundant.
- Colonies die off in winter, but queens may hibernate and start new nests the following season.
Risks & Impacts of Wasp Infestations
How to Identify if You Have a wasp Problem
Risks & Impacts of Wasp Infestations
Flies pose serious hygiene and health risks:
Painful stings: Wasps can sting multiple times and inject venom that causes pain, swelling, and in some cases, severe allergic reactions.
Aggressive behaviour: Wasps can become defensive when disturbed, especially near nests.
Rapid colony growth: A single nest can grow to hundreds of wasps in just weeks during peak season.
Property risk: Nests built near homes, outdoor dining areas, or commercial sites pose a hazard to residents, staff, and customers.
Hygiene & Compliance: Wasps around kitchens, dining areas, or food storage can violate health and safety regulations, putting your business at risk of fines or closure.
Customer Experience: Visible wasps or aggressive activity near customers can damage reputation and deter patrons.
Outdoor Spaces: Cafes, restaurants, and event venues with outdoor seating are particularly vulnerable to infestations during spring and summer.
Our licensed technician safely remove nests in high-risk areas.
Treatments reduce the risk of stings and infestations, protecting staff and customers.
Ongoing advice and monitoring help prevent future infestations, ensuring your business remains compliant and operational.
Our Wasp Control Process
Our Wasp Control Process
Risks & Impacts of Wasp Infestations
At Swift Pest Solutions, our licensed technician follow a thorough process to ensure wasps are eliminated and future infestations are prevented.
1. Inspection & Identification
We begin with a full inspection of your property to locate nests, entry points, and wasp activity. Identifying the species of wasp helps us choose the most effective and safe treatment method.
2. Targeted Treatment,
we eliminate wasps at the source — whether the nest is in trees, eaves, or wall cavities.
3. Nest Removal & Clean-Up
Where possible, we carefully remove or treat the nest to prevent returning populations. All waste and debris are safely disposed of.
4. Prevention & Advice
After treatment, we provide practical tips to make your property less attractive to wasps, including advice on food storage, waste management, and sealing entry points.
All treatments are family-, pet-, and eco-friendly, meeting Australian pest management standards.
All treatments used by Swift Pest Solutions are:
Compliant with Australian standards
Approved for residential and commercial use
Prevention Tips
Our Wasp Control Process
Prevention Tips
- Seal Entry Points – Check for gaps in walls, roof eaves, and window frames and seal them to prevent wasps from entering.
- Cover Food & Waste – Keep outdoor food, drinks, and bins tightly covered; wasps are attracted to sweet smells.
- Remove Fallen Fruit – Regularly pick up fallen fruit from trees, which can attract foraging wasps.
- Avoid Sweet Scents – Strong perfumes, scented candles, and sugary drinks outdoors can attract wasps.
- Regular Property Checks – Inspect your property for early signs of nests, especially in spring and summer.
- Professional Treatments – Schedule annual inspections or treatments with licensed pest control to keep wasps away safely.
Wasp Control
Our Wasp Control Process
Prevention Tips
As part of out residential pest control, Each infestation is carefully assessed by our licensed technician to determine the most effective approach for complete control and long-lasting results. Our treatments are safe for families and pets.
Wasps pose a major health hazard with their aggressive behaviour and painful stings which can create health and safety hazards, potentially putting staff, customers, and compliance standards at risk. Even a single nest can grow quickly if not managed promptly.
Our services are designed to eliminate wasps and prevent future infestations, helping your business stay safe, hygienic, and compliant with the Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008.
All our commercial pest control work comes with a pest management folder that meets local council approval.