Winnipeg Wasp & Hornet Control You Can Count On

Wasps and hornets are common summer pests for Winnipeg homeowners. Once spring temperatures begin to rise, queen wasps emerge from overwintering sites and begin building new nests around homes, sheds, decks, and rooflines.

The species we most often see in Winnipeg include yellowjackets, paper wasps, and bald-faced hornets. These insects build nests in sheltered places such as roof overhangs, trees, underground cavities, sheds, and wall voids.

Buzz Boss helps eliminate wasp and hornet nests at the source with outdoor-focused treatments designed for Winnipeg’s seasonal pest conditions, so you can enjoy your yard without worrying about stings.

And if you have an old wasp nest you need removed ASAP? We can handle that too!

Wasp activity usually increases gradually throughout the summer. Here are some common signs Winnipeg homeowners notice:

• Wasps flying repeatedly to the same location: Consistent movement to one area under an eave, deck, or tree branch usually indicates a nearby nest.
• A visible paper nest forming around your home: Paper wasp nests often appear under rooflines, porch ceilings, sheds, or outdoor structures.
• Wasps gathering around food and garbage areas: Yellowjackets are strongly attracted to sugary drinks, fruit, and garbage bins.
• Wasps entering small openings around structures: Activity near vents, siding gaps, or rooflines may indicate a hidden nest inside wall spaces.
• Sudden increases in wasp activity during late summer: Colonies grow throughout the season and are typically most active and noticeable by mid-to-late summer.

Wasps appearing around decks and outdoor seating areas: Sheltered spaces close to homes are attractive nesting locations.

Activity increasing as summer progresses: In Calgary, wasp populations tend to peak in late July through September. If sightings noticeably increase during this period, it’s unlikely to resolve on its own.

Wasp colonies can create several challenges for homeowners if nests are allowed to grow.

• Higher risk of painful stings: Wasps defend their nests aggressively and can sting multiple times if they feel threatened.
• Outdoor spaces becoming difficult to enjoy: Patios, decks, and gardens can quickly become uncomfortable if wasps are constantly present.
• Hidden nests growing unnoticed: Some nests are built underground or inside wall cavities where they aren’t immediately visible.
• Aggressive behaviour later in the season: As summer progresses and food becomes scarcer, wasps may become more aggressive around outdoor gatherings.

Recurring seasonal problems: Wasps may return to the same favourable nesting areas around homes year after year.

Our experienced team is ready to help you all over Winnipeg, so find us in these service areas:

Winnipeg

• Headingley
• Ile Des Chene
• La Salle
• St Agathe
• St Adolphe
• Grande Pointe
• Oakbluff
• Niverville
• Narol
• St Andrews
• West St Paul
• East St Paul
• Selkirk
• Oakbank
• Lorette
• Dugald
• Lockport
• Stony Mountain
• Stonewall
• Cartier
• Springfield
• Marchand
• Steinbach
• Landmark
• Blumenort

Winnipeg Beaches

• Gimli
• Petersfield
• Winnipeg Beach
• Camp Morton
• Glen Bay – we service the farthest north
• Areas in Lac Du Bonnet
• Sandy Hook
• Matlock
• Ponemah Beach
• Loch Woods
• Victoria Beach
• Hillside Beach
• Albert Beach
• Traverse Bay
• Belair

For pest control in Winnipeg, Buzz Boss has a local office. Our team is 100% local, so we’ve got your back.

1141 Keewatin Street

Winnipeg, MB R2X 2Z3

Please note that our offices are not set up to perform services. We’ll come to you!

Wondering which of our treatments is the most effective? Want to talk to a real person? We can handle that. Call us, and the team can answer any questions bugging you.

1-844-744-BUZZ