Wasp Nest Removal in Lapeer, MI

Fast, Safe Wasp Elimination When You Need It Most

Professional wasp nest removal that protects your family from dangerous stings and gets your yard back.

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Professional Wasp Control Lapeer

Your Yard, Safe Again

You’ll walk outside without scanning for wasps first. Your kids can play in the yard without you holding your breath every time they run near the deck or shed.

The constant buzz around your garbage cans disappears. Those yellow jackets that turned your backyard barbecue into a nightmare become a memory.

No more tiptoeing around your own property or abandoning outdoor projects because wasps claimed your space. When we’re done, your yard belongs to you again—not them.

Lapeer Wasp Exterminator

Twenty Years of Keeping Lapeer Families Safe

Roger and our First Choice Pest Control team have been protecting Lapeer homeowners since 2005. With 26 years of hands-on experience, Roger understands exactly how Michigan’s wasps behave—and more importantly, how to eliminate them safely.

We’re the pest control company your neighbors trust. Same technician, year after year. No part-time college students learning on your property.

Our Angie’s List and Home Advisor awards didn’t happen by accident. They happened because Lapeer families know we show up when we say we will and solve the problem the first time.

Wasp Removal Process Lapeer

Here's Exactly How We Handle Your Wasp Problem

First, we locate every nest on your property. Wasps are sneaky—they build in wall voids, under eaves, in the ground, and other spots you’d never think to check. We find them all.

Next, we eliminate the colony using targeted treatments that reach deep into the nest structure. No guesswork, no hoping we got them all. Our methods ensure the entire colony is eliminated, including the queen.

Finally, we remove the nest and seal entry points where new colonies might try to establish. We’re not just solving today’s problem—we’re preventing next month’s problem too.

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Lapeer Wasp Season Protection

What You Get with Professional Wasp Removal

Complete elimination of yellow jackets, paper wasps, and hornets from your Lapeer property. We handle Michigan’s most common and aggressive species with methods proven effective in our climate.

You get same-day or next-day service during peak wasp season—July through September when colonies are largest and most dangerous. No waiting weeks while the problem gets worse.

Prevention treatments that address the specific conditions around Lapeer homes. Our older housing stock, built around 1975, often has the small gaps and crevices that wasps love. We seal these vulnerabilities so new colonies can’t move in next season.

When is wasp season most dangerous in Lapeer, Michigan?

Wasp season peaks in July and August in Michigan, when colonies reach their maximum size with hundreds or even thousands of workers. Yellow jacket colonies can contain up to 4,000 aggressive wasps by late summer. The danger increases again in early fall when food sources become scarce and wasps become more aggressive and likely to sting. This is when you’ll see them swarming around garbage cans, outdoor food, and anything sweet. If you discover a nest during peak season, don’t wait. The colony is only getting larger and more defensive every day.

How do I know if I have a wasp nest on my property?

You’ll see consistent wasp traffic in and out of a specific area—under your deck, around your eaves, or near a hole in the ground. Unlike bees that forage widely, wasps follow direct flight paths to and from their nest. Paper wasp nests look like upside-down umbrellas and are often visible under roof overhangs. Yellow jacket nests are usually hidden underground or in wall cavities, so you’ll only see the entrance hole with wasps flying in and out. If you’re seeing multiple wasps in your yard daily, especially around the same areas, there’s almost certainly a nest nearby. Don’t try to locate it yourself—that’s when most stings happen.

Is it safe to remove wasp nests myself?

No. Wasp nest removal is one of the most dangerous DIY pest control attempts homeowners make. Unlike bees, wasps can sting multiple times and will attack in swarms when their nest is threatened. Yellow jackets are particularly aggressive and can chase you up to 20 feet from their nest. They also release alarm pheromones when killed, which attracts more wasps to attack. Professional removal uses specialized equipment, protective gear, and treatments that eliminate the entire colony safely. The cost of professional removal is far less than a trip to the emergency room.

Why are wasps worse in late summer around Lapeer?

By late summer, wasp colonies have reached their peak population with hundreds of workers competing for dwindling food sources. This makes them more aggressive and likely to venture closer to human activity. Michigan’s climate means natural food sources like tree sap and insects become scarce as we head toward fall. Wasps start seeking out sugary foods around homes—garbage, pet food, and outdoor dining areas. The workers also become more desperate because they’re no longer focused on feeding larvae. Instead, they’re preparing the colony for winter, which changes their behavior and makes them more likely to sting when disturbed.

How long does professional wasp nest removal take?

Most wasp nest removals take 30-60 minutes, depending on the number and location of nests on your property. Ground nests and easily accessible aerial nests are typically faster to treat. Nests in wall voids or high locations may require additional time and specialized equipment. We also spend time locating all nests on your property—wasps often build multiple nests in different areas. After treatment, you’ll see some wasp activity for 24-48 hours as foraging workers return to find their nest destroyed. This is normal and the activity will stop completely within a few days.

Do you guarantee your wasp removal service?

Yes, we guarantee our wasp removal service. If wasps return to the same location within our guarantee period, we’ll return to re-treat at no additional cost. Our guarantee covers the specific nest location we treated, not new nests that may be built elsewhere on your property. However, our prevention methods significantly reduce the likelihood of new colonies establishing. We’ve been serving Lapeer homeowners for 20 years because our methods work. Most customers never see wasps return to treated areas, and when they do call us back, it’s usually for a completely different location on their property.

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Lapeer, MI is located in Lapeer County in Michigan State