Wasp nest marking in Exeter
Professional wasp nest marking services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
30-45 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Wasp nest located and marked clearly for pest control treatment. I track the wasps, find where they're nesting, mark the spot, and provide pest controller contacts - saves you the stress of trying to locate it yourself.
When You've Got Wasps But No Idea Where
There are definitely wasps. Lots of them. Coming and going with purpose.
But where the hell is the nest? Roof space? Underground? Wall cavity? Shed? The more you look, the less obvious it gets, and you're not keen on getting too close to find out.
This is where someone else tracking them down for you makes sense.
💡 Pro tip: Peak wasp activity is morning and late afternoon - that's when tracking to the nest location is easiest.
Why It Needs Proper Tracking
Pest controllers charge by the visit. If they can't find the nest first time, you're paying again.
| ✅ Marked Properly | ❌ Guesswork |
|---|---|
| Exact entry point marked | "It's somewhere near the shed" |
| Type identified (wasp/bee) | Beekeeper called for wasps (waste of time) |
| Photos showing location | Pest controller hunting around |
| Access details noted | "Can we even reach that?" |
What's Involved
🔧 The Process
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Observe | Watch flight patterns, track to source |
| Locate | Identify nest entrance and likely size |
| Mark | Clear marking visible to pest controller |
| Document | Photos and access notes, pest control contacts |
📦 You Get
- Exact nest location marked
- Photos showing the spot
- Pest controller recommendations
- Bee/wasp identification
Pricing
| Service | Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Wasp nest location & marking | 30-45 mins | £60 |
Fixed price. If it turns out you've got multiple nests, I'll let you know.
Perfect For...
✅ Can't find the nest - wasps everywhere but where?
✅ Cavity wall nests - need the entry point marked
✅ High locations - loft, roof space, tall shed
✅ Want bees vs wasps confirmed - matters for next steps
Why Choose Us for Wasp nest marking in Exeter?
Nest location identified and marked clearly
Safe observation without disturbing them
Pest controller contact details provided
Photos taken to show exact location
What to Expect
Step 1: Observation
I watch the wasps' flight patterns to track where they're going. Takes a bit of patience but they always give themselves away eventually.
Step 2: Location
Once I've found the entrance, I check what type of location (ground, cavity, roof, tree) and estimate size from activity level. Photos taken.
Step 3: Marking & Info
Clear marking placed (visible but not disturbing the nest), photos sent to you, pest controller contacts provided with all the details they'll need.
🔧 DIY Tips
If you want to try tracking them yourself (carefully):
🔧 What you'll need
- Patience (15-30 minutes of watching)
- Binoculars sometimes help
- Sunny morning or late afternoon (peak activity)
- Safe distance from the flight path
👀 Tracking technique
- Stand well back and watch their flight direction
- They fly in straight lines when going to/from nest
- Follow the line to where they disappear
- Common spots: roof eaves, air bricks, underground holes, shed roofs
- Watch for multiple wasps using same entrance point
🐝 Wasp vs bee identification
- Wasps: Bright yellow and black stripes, smooth, aggressive, papery nests
- Bees: Furry, rounder, less aggressive, honeycomb nests
- Bees are protected - contact beekeeper not pest control
📍 What to mark
- Exact entry point
- Height from ground
- Access method needed (ladder, loft access, etc.)
- Take photos from different angles
⚠️ Safety warnings
- Don't get close to the entrance
- Don't block the entrance (they get very angry)
- Don't use ladders near active nests
- Don't attempt treatment yourself
- Morning tracking is safer (cooler, less active)
💡 Pro trick: Wasps going underground? Put a jam jar lid with jam near where you think it is. They'll find it, and you can watch where they fly back to. Mark that spot.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🐝 Found bees not wasps? Don't kill them - they're protected and beneficial. I'll give you local beekeeper contacts who'll often relocate them for free.
Late summer (August/September)? That's when wasp nests are biggest and most active. They're also more aggressive as food becomes scarce. Best to sort it sooner rather than later.
In your loft or wall cavity? Pest controllers need to know access points and restrictions. The more info you can give them, the quicker (and cheaper) the job.
Nest location marked but pest control's booked for next week? Stay clear of the entrance, don't disturb it, and avoid mowing/strimming nearby. An angry nest is a dangerous nest.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does wasp nest marking involve?
I watch the wasps to track where they're going, identify the nest location (shed roof, underground, wall cavity, etc.), mark it clearly so a pest controller can find it easily, and provide you with recommended pest control contacts. I don't remove the nest - that's a specialist job.
Why can't you just remove the wasp nest yourself?
Wasp nest removal needs specialist equipment and protective gear. One wrong move and you've got hundreds of very angry wasps. I'm a handyman, not pest control - I help you find the nest, but the actual treatment needs a proper pest controller.
Can you tell if it's wasps or bees?
Yes - behaviour and appearance are different. Bees are protected and shouldn't be killed, so it matters. If it's bees, I'll advise contacting a beekeeper for relocation. If it's wasps in a problem location, that's when you need pest control.
What if the nest is inside my wall cavity?
I'll mark the entry point and give the pest controller as much info as possible about where it likely is. They have thermal cameras and detection tools. Knowing the entry point saves them (and you) time and money.
Is this service worth it - can't I just watch them myself?
You can try, but wasps are surprisingly good at disappearing. I know what to look for, where nests commonly hide, and can access safe vantage points (ladders, loft spaces) that might be tricky for you. Plus it's better than getting stung trying to investigate yourself.
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