As a Waterloo homeowner, the sight of wasps hovering around your porch or nesting in the eaves over your doorway is usually a cause for alarm; however, what happens when you see wasps in your attic or dead specimens on or around a windowsill? These signs could mean you have a wasp nest inside your home, and at Truly Nolen, we offer wasp control in Waterloo that removes these dangerous insects and keeps them away from your property during warmer weather. Take a closer look at other signs that could indicate you are dealing with a wasp infestation.
Strange Noises Inside the Walls
Wasps make different types of noises, and the sounds of a nest construction may alert you to their presence. As the nest grows, unseen, you may hear strange crackling noises, like paper rustling. Many species of wasps in Canada make their homes from paper pulp, which consists of chewed wood and the wasps' saliva. These noises may increase as the nest grows.Wasp Activity Near a Hole or Crevice
Wasps may find their way into your attic or heating and cooling vents. This allows them to build a nest out of the summer heat, but they must still carry nesting material into the space they choose. You may see wasp activity near these openings, including:- One or more wasps around the edges of an opening
- Wasps flying in and out of the hole
- Increased aggressive wasp activity when you approach the opening