Stinging insects are not the type of pest that you want to keep in your backyard, especially if anyone in your home is allergic to them. Every type of eusocial stinging pest is territorial with their nest. The workers live to protect their queen, build out their nest, and forage for enough food to sustain the colony. Because of this, they are naturally protective of their colony and nest and won’t hesitate to sting anyone who seems to be a threat to either one. 

Although stinging insects don’t hunt down random people to sting like in the cartoons, they do have a method for defending their home from any predators. The first insects that notice someone is disturbing their nest will release an “attack” pheromone to the rest of their colony. This invisible scent tells their fellow workers that their nest is being threatened and they need to attack the enemy immediately. Bees can only sting us once before they die because their barbed stinger gets stuck in our skin. Other stinging pests, like wasps and yellow jackets, can sting multiple times due to their smooth stingers. Many people experience mild symptoms when they are stung, such as redness, swelling, and itching on the site. But for people who are allergic to the venom in the stinger, they endure serious symptoms like dizziness, hives, and labored breathing. They will require immediate medical attention to prevent their symptoms from worsening. 

DIY nest removal is an extremely risky endeavor. Store-bought sprays and garden gloves will not provide enough protection if the colony emerges from their ruined nest in an angry swarm. Instead of risking your safety to eliminate these pests, leave the hassle of Ferguson pest control to the experts at Pointe. Our team of experienced technicians are prepared to tackle any kind of stinging pest issue, thanks to our professional safety gear and efficient treatments. We look forward to keeping your Ferguson home pest-free, so contact us today to learn more about our reliable stinging pest control services!