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Active Wasp Nest at Roofline in BD17
A steady flight line into the roofline was creating a sting risk around the main entrance.
Property
Semi-detached home with a busy front entrance.
How they found us
Google search after wasps began gathering near the front door.
Service
Wasp Nest Removal
The Problem
- Wasps were entering the roofline above the front door.
- Children were having to use the side entrance.
- The customer had avoided disturbing the nest after seeing activity increase.
What I Found
- A clear active flight line into a roofline gap.
- Nest position was not safely accessible for physical removal.
- The main concern was access safety rather than visible nest material.
What I Did
- Confirmed the entry route and activity level.
- Applied professional treatment to the active nest route.
- Explained the expected drop-off in wasp movement.
- Advised the customer not to block the entry gap until activity had stopped.
Timeline
Day 1
Assessment and treatment of the active entry route.
Day 2
Customer reported a major reduction in flight activity.
Day 4
No meaningful activity seen around the entrance.
Outcome
- The main entrance could be used normally again.
- The nest route was handled without disturbing the structure.
- The customer understood when to consider future proofing.
Evidence Recorded
- Roofline entry route.
- Flight-line observation.
- Safe treatment position.
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