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You shouldn’t have to plan your outdoor activities around where hornets decided to build their nest. When we remove a hornet nest from your Burton property, you get your space back – safely and completely.
Hornets peak in August across Michigan, and with hornets becoming more aggressive as their colonies grow, it’s essential to stay alert. A single hornet nest can hold hundreds of insects ready to swarm if disturbed. Unlike honey bees, hornets do not lose their stinger after one use, which means repeated stings during an attack.
That’s why professional removal matters. We eliminate the entire colony, remove the nest structure, and treat the area to prevent re-establishment. You’re not just getting rid of the immediate problem – you’re reclaiming your outdoor space for the rest of the season.
We are a family owned and operated, licensed and insured, pest control company offering high quality services for very suitable prices since May 2005. First Choice Pest Control, Inc. is a family owned and operated pest management company located in Davison, Michigan. We have been serving southeast Michigan area since 2005.
Roger brings 26 years of hornet control experience to every job. You get the same trained technician for your property year after year, not different people who have to learn your specific hornet problems each time. We don’t use part-time college students – our team consists of professional, trained technicians who understand Michigan’s specific hornet challenges.
Burton homeowners trust us because we understand the local challenges. Burton’s housing consists of 13,325 units, with 79.3% being detached single-family homes ideal for those wanting space. In Burton, the median construction year is 1963. Older homes with established landscaping create perfect nesting conditions for hornets, and we know exactly where to look and how to safely remove them.
First, we locate and identify the nest. European hornets are the only true hornets in Michigan and often nest in attics, trees, and walls. The European hornet, native to North America only through introduction, is the only true hornet species in Michigan. We also deal with bald-faced hornets and yellowjackets that homeowners commonly mistake for true hornets.
Next, we apply targeted treatments directly to the nest using professional-grade materials that penetrate the entire colony. Our first priority is to neutralize the current infestation. Using electronically calibrated equipment, we apply safe and effective control materials directly to the nesting sites. This combination of liquid and dust treatments ensures we penetrate the colony and tackle wasps or hornets at their source.
Finally, we remove the nest structure completely and treat the area to prevent reoccupation. Once the wasps and hornets have been successfully controlled, we remove their nests to prevent re-establishment. This step is critical because active nests often harbor larvae that could cause a resurgence. We also provide guidance on preventing future nesting in the same area.
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Your hornet removal service includes complete nest elimination, not just surface treatment. We use professional equipment that reaches into wall voids, attics, and other hard-to-access areas where hornets commonly build nests in Burton’s older homes.
Burton’s climate creates perfect hornet conditions with our wetlands, standing water from spring rains, and humid summers. Michigan typically sees 40 different mosquito species, and we know which ones are active in our area and when they’re most problematic. This local knowledge extends to hornets – we understand which species you’re dealing with and the most effective removal methods for each.
You also get our warranty on the work and follow-up service if needed. As we stated during our phone conversation, we stand behind our work and the warranty for that nest is still in effect. We offer price matching for reasonable competitors’ rates, and we provide discounts for seniors, veterans, and first responders. Unlike larger companies, we don’t lock you into binding contracts – you stay in control of your service.
DIY hornet nest removal is risky, especially in August, when hornets are more aggressive. Even if you have protective clothing, getting close to a large nest can trigger a swarm. Instead, call a licensed exterminator or insect control technician. We have the proper gear, treatments, and experience to remove hornet nests safely, especially in challenging locations like eaves, attics, or hollow trees.
When a colony senses a threat, it doesn’t hesitate to defend. Their stinger can deliver painful stings multiple times in a row, and unlike bees, they don’t lose it after one sting. The venom causes swelling, burning, and itching. Some people may have severe allergic reactions and need urgent care. Store-bought sprays rarely eliminate the entire colony and often just make the situation more dangerous by agitating the hornets.
Hornets peak in August across Michigan, and with hornets becoming more aggressive as their colonies grow, it’s essential to stay alert. Michigan’s hornet season peaks in August, and with hornets becoming more aggressive as their colonies grow, it’s essential to stay alert. Most types of wasps in Michigan spend spring and early summer building their colonies. By August, colonies are full of adult workers, and the queen stops producing larvae. With fewer larvae to feed, yellow jackets shift from hunting insects to scavenging for sweet food sources like soda, fruit, and meat.
Late summer is when colonies reach their peak size, sometimes containing hundreds or thousands of hornets. Colonies can grow to thousands of workers by late summer, often filling wall voids or underground chambers. Large nests are especially aggressive as they defend their queen and larvae. This is also when they’re most likely to come into conflict with humans around outdoor dining areas and garbage cans.
The European hornet, native to North America only through introduction, is the only true hornet species in Michigan. It’s larger than most native wasps, measuring up to 1.5 inches. You’ll recognize it by its yellow-striped abdomen, long antennae, and reddish thorax (the section behind the head that’s essentially its back).
However, most homeowners in Burton are actually dealing with bald-faced hornets or yellowjackets, which are technically wasps but commonly called hornets. Bald-faced hornets belong to the yellow jacket family, known for their enclosed hornet nests that hang from trees, sheds, or overhangs. Their striking black and white coloration makes them easy to identify. They react quickly to threats and have a painful sting. If you’re trying to figure out whether you’re dealing with hornets or something else, look at the nest and the insects. Bald-faced hornet nests are fully enclosed and hang above ground. Yellow jackets often nest in the ground or inside wall voids, while paper wasps build smaller, open nests under eaves.
As our numbers show in 2025 average cost that homeowners paid for insect control in Genesee county is between $84.00 and $830.00. The cost of the service is dependent on several factors, as we explain to you. The first is the size of the nest. Next, the location plays a significant factor in the cost of the project. Finally, the amount of time it takes to remove all signs of hornets from the property gets factored into the final bill.
We provide upfront pricing and offer price matching for reasonable competitors’ rates. We offer price matching for reasonable competitors’ rates, and we provide discounts for seniors, veterans, and first responders. The investment is worth it when you consider the safety risks of DIY removal and the peace of mind that comes with professional elimination. Most service calls require a follow-up visit. You can count on us coming back to your home in a couple of weeks to make sure that the hornets haven’t returned. Keep in mind that our number one priority is to ensure that things are taken care of satisfactorily.
Once the season ends, most of the colony dies off, leaving only new fertilized queens to survive the winter and restart the cycle. Attempting nest removal without the proper tools and training could result in serious injury, property damage, or reinfestation. Even if you think the nest is empty, remember, social wasps can reoccupy the space if left untreated.
Professional removal prevents reoccupation because we eliminate the entire colony and remove the nest structure completely. Once the wasps and hornets have been successfully controlled, we remove their nests to prevent re-establishment. This step is critical because active nests often harbor larvae that could cause a resurgence. We also treat the area and provide guidance on making the location less attractive for future nesting. If you leave a nest alone, it grows into early fall as new queens leave. In the following year, wasps may return to the same spots. That’s why complete professional removal is essential.
We receive calls from customers and respond within a few minutes of inquiring, even late on Fridays. Appointments are made for the next available time, and we arrive a few minutes before the expected window. We understand that hornet problems can’t wait, especially when they threaten family safety.
We respond to calls at 8am for ant issues and arrive at businesses promptly. Our response time is one of the things that sets us apart from larger companies that might make you wait days or weeks. When you call on Wednesday, we set up appointments for Thursday and arrive right on time. Within 20 minutes we can locate the nest. When you’re dealing with aggressive hornets near your Burton home, quick professional response can make the difference between a manageable situation and a dangerous one.
