Several paper wasps on a small gray nest built into the corner of exterior eave trim on a tan house.

This photo shows a small paper wasp nest built into the corner where the eave trim meets the siding, with a few wasps guarding the gray cells. Nests like this start small but grow fast in a sheltered spot near a doorway. We treated the wasps and removed the nest safely so the homeowner could … Read more

Active paper wasp nest with visible brood cells attached beneath a home's eave, documented during a pest control inspection in Melissa, Texas.

An active paper wasp nest with developing brood is tucked beneath a home’s eave in Melissa, Texas in mid-September. Paper wasps defend nests aggressively, posing sting risks to residents and service workers near entryways or patios. Professional treatment and nest removal are recommended, followed by sealing soffit gaps to prevent rebuilding.

Paper wasp colony guarding an open comb nest under a soffit at a residential window in Little Elm, Texas during late September.

A cluster of adult paper wasps guarding an open‑comb nest under the eave beside a residential window in Little Elm, Texas in late September. Nests near windows and doors raise stinging risk and can expand quickly if ignored. Professional removal and targeted treatments around eaves and window frames are recommended to prevent recurrence.

Active paper wasp nest with multiple adults clustered under a soffit corner on a brick exterior in Craig Ranch, McKinney, Texas.

An active paper wasp nest with several adults is attached under the exterior soffit corner above a brick wall in Craig Ranch, McKinney. Nests in high-traffic areas pose a stinging hazard and can lead to repeated rebuilding if not fully treated. Professional removal and targeted residual treatment in September help prevent re-nesting and keep entryways … Read more

Technician's gloved hand holds a large cicada killer wasp carrying a paralyzed cicada in a residential backyard near a stone wall in McKinney, Texas.

A cicada killer wasp clutching a paralyzed cicada is held by a technician in a residential backyard near a stone retaining wall in McKinney, Texas. Though not typically aggressive, these large solitary wasps can alarm families and their burrows disrupt lawns, especially during peak activity in late June. Professional inspection and targeted treatment can reduce … Read more

An active paper wasp nest attached beneath a home's exterior soffit with adult wasps guarding brood cells in McKinney, Texas.

Active paper wasp nest with visible brood cells on the home’s exterior soffit in McKinney, Texas during August. Paper wasps can deliver painful stings and often nest near entryways, creating hazards for residents and visitors. Professional removal and targeted treatment prevent re-nesting on eaves and soffits.

Gloved technician holds a removed paper wasp brood comb with capped cells after exterior nest treatment near a wooden fence in McKinney, Texas.

Removed paper wasp brood comb from an exterior wooden fence area in Stonebridge Ranch, McKinney during late August. Active cells and pupal caps indicate a recently occupied nest that can lead to painful stings for residents and pets. Professional wasp removal and residual treatment help prevent rebuilding in the same spot.

Active paper wasp colony clustered on an open comb nest beneath a metal lintel above a window on a brick exterior in McKinney, Texas.

An active paper wasp nest is attached beneath a metal lintel above a window on a brick exterior in McKinney. Wasps this close to an entry point pose a stinging risk to residents and pets, especially during warm August activity. Professional treatment and safe removal are recommended to eliminate the colony and prevent rebuilding.

An active paper wasp colony on an open comb nest attached near a garage door opener inside a residential garage in Allen, Texas.

Active paper wasp nest attached to garage door opener wiring inside a residential garage in Allen, Texas. Paper wasps can deliver painful stings and become aggressive when defending brood, creating a hazard near frequently used entry points. Professional removal and preventative treatment are recommended for Allen homeowners in August to eliminate the colony and prevent … Read more

A large cicada killer wasp held by a gloved hand on a concrete driveway during a summer inspection in McKinney, Texas.

A large cicada killer wasp was identified on a concrete driveway in Craig Ranch, McKinney during late June. While generally non-aggressive, their burrows can disturb lawns and the sting is painful if provoked. Professional wasp control is recommended to reduce nesting near walkways and high‑traffic areas.