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Within 24 hours of our hornet removal service, you’ll walk onto your deck confidently. Your kids will play in the yard again without that constant worry. You’ll mow your lawn without checking over your shoulder for angry defenders.
That’s what complete hornet elimination looks like. No more canceled barbecues because of aggressive hornets. No more sprinting to your car when you hear that distinctive buzzing. Just your outdoor spaces back the way they should be.
Michigan’s hornets aren’t the wasps you swat away from a picnic table. Bald-faced hornets can sting repeatedly and inject more venom per sting than almost any other stinging insect in our area. A single nest can house over 400 aggressive defenders by late summer, and they’ll chase you across your entire yard if they feel threatened.
Roger started First Choice Pest Control in 2005 with 26 years of pest control experience already under his belt. We’ve been protecting Owosso families from Michigan’s most aggressive stinging insects ever since.
You get the same experienced technician every visit, not some part-time college student who’s never seen a bald-faced hornet nest. We know where hornets like to build in Shiawassee County’s climate and housing styles.
Owosso’s mature trees and older homes create perfect conditions for both European hornets and bald-faced hornets. We understand how these species behave differently, where they prefer to nest, and exactly how to eliminate them completely on the first visit.
We start with a thorough inspection to locate all nests on your property. Hornets are smart about hiding their colonies in attics, wall voids, dense vegetation, and high tree branches where homeowners rarely look.
Next comes the elimination phase using professional-grade treatments that reach every hornet in the colony. We don’t just spray the outside of the nest and hope for the best. Our approach ensures complete colony destruction, including any hornets that might be out foraging when we arrive.
Finally, we seal entry points where possible and treat the area with residual products that continue deterring new colonies for months. We also provide guidance on reducing your property’s attractiveness to scouting queens next season, because prevention is always easier than elimination.
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Our hornet removal service includes complete nest elimination, entry point sealing, and residual treatment to prevent immediate re-colonization. We also provide a detailed inspection report and prevention recommendations specific to your property.
Owosso’s hornet season runs June through October, with peak danger in August and September when colonies reach maximum size. This timing makes professional removal critical during late summer months when nests contain hundreds of aggressive defenders.
We also understand the unique challenges of Owosso’s housing stock. Many homes built before 1940 have architectural features that create perfect hornet nesting sites. We know exactly where to look and how to access these areas safely without causing property damage.
Hornet removal costs depend on nest location, colony size, and accessibility. Most jobs in Owosso range from $300 to $700, with factors like height, wall access, and multiple nests affecting the final price.
Ground-level nests in open areas cost less than colonies hidden in attics or high tree branches. We provide upfront pricing after inspection so you know exactly what you’re paying before we start work. We also offer price matching for reasonable competitors’ rates and discounts for seniors, veterans, and first responders.
European hornets are the only true hornets in Michigan and are significantly larger than other stinging insects. They typically nest in concealed areas like attics, wall voids, and hollow trees, with colonies reaching 200-400 workers.
Bald-faced hornets are technically yellowjackets but are commonly called hornets due to their size and aggression. They build distinctive football-shaped paper nests that hang from trees or building overhangs. Both species are more dangerous than regular wasps because they can sting repeatedly and inject more venom per sting.
Owosso’s hornet season runs from June through October, with peak danger in August and September when colonies reach maximum size. Early season removal in June or July is easier and less expensive because colonies are smaller and less aggressive.
By late summer, a single bald-faced hornet nest can house over 400 aggressive defenders. Waiting until peak season makes removal more dangerous and costly. If you spot hornet activity around your property in early summer, that’s the ideal time to call for professional removal.
Proper professional removal with residual treatment significantly reduces return probability at the same location. We don’t just knock down the visible nest – we treat the area with products that continue deterring new colonies for months.
However, new hornet colonies can establish elsewhere on your property each season. Queens overwinter in protected areas around Owosso and scout for new nesting sites each spring. Previous nesting success on your property makes it attractive to future queens, which is why many homeowners choose our seasonal prevention programs.
DIY hornet removal during peak season often results in multiple stings and incomplete elimination. Michigan’s hornets are aggressive defenders that will chase threats across your entire yard and can sting repeatedly without losing their stinger.
Professional removal is especially important for nests in high locations, wall voids, or attics where escape routes are limited. We have specialized protective equipment, professional-grade treatments, and the experience to eliminate colonies completely on the first visit. The cost of professional removal is minimal compared to potential medical bills from multiple stings.
Yes, if hornets return to a treated area within our warranty period, we eliminate the new colony at no charge. Most “returns” are actually new colonies in different locations, which is normal since queens scout for nesting sites each spring.
Our warranty covers the specific treatment area, and we also provide prevention recommendations to reduce your property’s attractiveness to future colonies. Many Owosso homeowners find our seasonal prevention programs more cost-effective than reactive removal, especially for properties with recurring hornet problems.
