Wasp, Hornet and Yellow Jacket Nest Removal: A Safety Guide
By Permian Basin Pest Control · Updated 2026-09-17
Late summer is peak stinging-insect season in Texas. Nests that started with a single queen in spring can hold thousands of workers by August, and they become more aggressive as the season ends.
Know what you are dealing with
- Paper wasps — open, umbrella-shaped nests under eaves. Moderately aggressive.
- Hornets — enclosed paper nests in trees or on structures. Very aggressive when disturbed.
- Yellow jackets — ground nests or wall voids. Highly aggressive; the most common cause of multiple stings.
- Honey bees — wax comb, often in wall voids. Beneficial and relocated whenever possible.
Why not DIY
Spraying a large nest without protective gear, or sealing a wall-void nest, can drive thousands of wasps into your living space. Our wasp, bee & hornet removal technicians remove nests safely, treat the void and seal the entry.
Call (833) 659-0727 for same day wasp nest removal across Texas.