What should I do if I’m attacked by a swarm of wasps?

• <div><p>Stay calm and avoid acting like a threat. Avoid swatting at the wasps or yelling, which will agitate wasps and make them more likely to attack. Instead, move away at a slow, steady pace in one direction, getting as much distance between you and the wasps as possible. </p><p>Wasps swarm to protect their nest, so moving far away indicates you are not a threat and they should subside. Do not try to handle a wasp nest filled with agitated wasps. Wait until they call down before you take action, or trust in a professional.</p></div>

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Q: Is a hornet sting worse than a wasp?

• <div><p>Generally, the chemicals in hornet venom deliver a more painful sting than wasp stings. But wasps can still pack a punch when they sting, especially if they sting multiple times. One of the most painful insect stings in the world is that of the tarantula hawk. Fortunately, this sting is usually only an issue if you&rsquo;re a tarantula. </p></div>

Q: How do you tell if you have a rat or mouse?

• <div><p>To determine if you have a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/difference-between-mice-and-rats.htm">rat or mouse</a> infestation, look at the size and appearance of droppings&mdash;rat droppings are larger, about the size of a raisin, while mouse droppings are smaller and rice-sized. Rats are bigger and have thicker bodies, while mice are smaller, with slender bodies. You may also hear different sounds; rats make louder scratching and gnawing noises due to their size. Additionally, rats tend to be more cautious, whereas mice are more curious and might be seen more often.</p></div>

Q: Do these spiders resemble brown recluse spiders?

• <div><p>Yes, both hobo and wolf spiders resemble brown recluse spiders, both in habitat and physical appearance. However, these species lack the tell-tale violin-shaped markings under the head that classify a brown recluse. Both species also have shorter legs than the dreaded brown recluse.</p></div>

Q: Will rodents leave on their own?

• <div><p>Like a rent-controlled apartment in New York City, rodents know a good thing when they see it. If they've found a cozy nest inside your home, they will set up camp and stay there, leaving only to forage for food and water. As long as they have a warm place to sleep, raise their young, and continue access to water and food, they're going to stick around.</p></div>

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Last update on December 07, 2025

Reviewed in July 2013
we were having trouble woth our a/c unit and it keep blowing fuses. After have a hvac company look at it they said it was an electrical issue and that we need to call and electricain. We called affordable electric and the came out on the schedualed day. After loking at the A/C and fuse box,...
Affordable Electric
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Reviewed in July 2013
The service man that showed up was very polite and respectful. The problem i had was he seemed like he did not want the do the work nessisary to fix my a/c. My a/c continued to blow fuses in my house. All he wanted to do was sell me a new air conditioner. My wife and I decided to get a...
Glenns Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in July 2013
We have a contract with Home Paramount. This is the first time we've ever had a pest control company come to our home. Our neighbors had terrible termite damage, so we wanted to have our home protected. I chose Home Paramount because they have a location close to our home. The first time...
Home Paramount Pest Control-Leesburg, VA
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Reviewed in July 2012
I recently purchased a home where Economy had to provide a termite certification when a support beam on the deck had termite damage. To make things easy, I called Economy to schedule quarterly visits to prevent future termite damage and general pest prevention as we had a number of spiders in...
Economy Pest Control Inc
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Reviewed in August 2011
By the end of last summer 2010 our lawn looked worse than the neighbors who had no lawn service at all. We were overwhelmed with weeds. I phoned to ask why and was told that they did not do a pre-emergent weed control application in spring so therefore all the weeds. Company called and called...
TruGreen Lawn Care - 5022
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Reviewed in August 2011
Same day effecient service as in 2009. This is the go to company for us without any doubt to remove wasp/yellow jacket nests etc. We will call them for any other pest control if we ever need it. They have a customer friendly attitude. Simple quick service, reasonable price, job done!
Queen City Pest Control LLC
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Reviewed in March 2011
It went very well, overall. It was difficult to get estimates from any A/C contractor due to the very hot summer when our old system broke down. Comfort Air came recommended by a co-worker. While other contractors did not return phone calls and provided vague and low-ball type bids for...
COMFORT AIR SYSTEMS
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Bug Boys Pest Control, LLC

Bug Boys Pest Control, LLC

Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

2013 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. LINKS Termite Swarm Videos https://youtu.be/EQrrFe1rWTk https://youtu.be/wcO-u1P9u_E https://youtu.be/XwxP0_ms8iY Termite Treatment Videos https://youtu.be/Mnxg7n_na58 https://youtu.be/epe8h_B-XtU https://youtu.be/XnO0mWR6KNA Termite Bait System Failures https://youtu.be/ZAqMR51FDYg https://youtu.be/7Nrgb4jWYiM https://youtu.be/aS5rknDTE5g Fraud Videos https://vm.tiktok.com/ZTdf81hwL/?k=1

"Robb was very thorough, professional, and explained the process well. He was also diligent and clean up the area he was working afterwards. Was happy with my choice of Pest Control I hired and would recommend highly this company."

Sandra G on August 2025

"Robb was very thorough, professional, and explained the process well. He was also diligent and clean up the area he was working afterwards. Was happy with my choice of Pest Control I hired and would recommend highly this company."

Sandra G on August 2025

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1983 years of experience

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Critter Control provides solutions for all your nusiance animal and wildlife control needs along with exclusion services. We have a long history of providing customers with quality services, coupled with a high standard of professionalism. Critter Control is fully insured and licensed with regulatory agencies and state and local authorities. Leading pest control companies, university, county and state agencies routinely recommend our services.

Terminix - Bridgeville -Termite & Pest Control

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Terminix - Bridgeville -Termite & Pest Control

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Customers say: True professional

1927 years of experience

When pests or termites move in, you want the ultimate weapon to take them out: Terminix, America’s leading provider of termite and pest control. It's no wonder more than 2.7 million customers trust us to protect their homes and families from the havoc that unwanted intruders can create. You can look to us for a wide range of services to protect your home top to bottom, inside and out: Insulation Service, Moisture Control Solutions, Rodent and Wildlife Service and more. We can even help you win the fight against the bite with our revolutionary Mosquito Service. Don’t trust your home to just anybody. Go big. Go strong. Go Terminix. Protector of home since 1927.

"Fantastic service. This service is well worth the price. Spraying the cellar kills the termites in the cellar but Terminix goes the extra step by placing bait outside the house. This lures the termites away from the house and they carry poison back to their nest.Terminix also guarantees their work as a protection against future damage to the house.Fantastic and professional service. I definitely recommend Terminix."

Mary L on April 2020

"Fantastic service. This service is well worth the price. Spraying the cellar kills the termites in the cellar but Terminix goes the extra step by placing bait outside the house. This lures the termites away from the house and they carry poison back to their nest.Terminix also guarantees their work as a protection against future damage to the house.Fantastic and professional service. I definitely recommend Terminix."

Mary L on April 2020

Home Paramount Pest Control, Ellerslie, MD

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Home Paramount Pest Control, Ellerslie, MD

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Dependable, flexible, effective residential and commercial pest control, termite control, and moisture control services.

"I have Ray the Bugman come out quarterly to keep the ants at bay around my home. Recently I had an new outbreak and he came out right away to treat with no charge to me. I trust Home Paramount and the men who work for them."

Marcy S on July 2021

Dependable, flexible, effective residential and commercial pest control, termite control, and moisture control services.

"I have Ray the Bugman come out quarterly to keep the ants at bay around my home. Recently I had an new outbreak and he came out right away to treat with no charge to me. I trust Home Paramount and the men who work for them."

Marcy S on July 2021

Legionnaire Pest Control

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Legionnaire Pest Control

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2007 years of experience

Additional DBA Names: Dixon & Son's Pest Control, Consulting LLC. Additional Phone - (410) 691-3538. Additional Email - [email protected].

Affordable Pest Control, Incorporated

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Affordable Pest Control, Incorporated

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Customers say: Terrific value

1996 years of experience

We offer a senior citizen's and military discount of 15%. Family owned and operated.

"They provide great service and their service is ongoing."

Ayoka B on May 2019

We offer a senior citizen's and military discount of 15%. Family owned and operated.

"They provide great service and their service is ongoing."

Ayoka B on May 2019

American Home Guard Home Warranty - PA

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American Home Guard is America’s top rated home warranty provider. They service home buyers and sellers across the nation.They offer home warranty service plans for single family homes, multiple units, condos, and even mobile and manufactured homes. They are proud to offer their referral and realtor programs as well as enticing rates to multiple property owners.

Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Generally, the chemicals in hornet venom deliver a more painful sting than wasp stings. But wasps can still pack a punch when they sting, especially if they sting multiple times. One of the most painful insect stings in the world is that of the tarantula hawk. Fortunately, this sting is usually only an issue if you’re a tarantula.

To determine if you have a rat or mouse infestation, look at the size and appearance of droppings—rat droppings are larger, about the size of a raisin, while mouse droppings are smaller and rice-sized. Rats are bigger and have thicker bodies, while mice are smaller, with slender bodies. You may also hear different sounds; rats make louder scratching and gnawing noises due to their size. Additionally, rats tend to be more cautious, whereas mice are more curious and might be seen more often.

Yes, both hobo and wolf spiders resemble brown recluse spiders, both in habitat and physical appearance. However, these species lack the tell-tale violin-shaped markings under the head that classify a brown recluse. Both species also have shorter legs than the dreaded brown recluse.

Like a rent-controlled apartment in New York City, rodents know a good thing when they see it. If they've found a cozy nest inside your home, they will set up camp and stay there, leaving only to forage for food and water. As long as they have a warm place to sleep, raise their young, and continue access to water and food, they're going to stick around.

Stay calm and avoid acting like a threat. Avoid swatting at the wasps or yelling, which will agitate wasps and make them more likely to attack. Instead, move away at a slow, steady pace in one direction, getting as much distance between you and the wasps as possible.

Wasps swarm to protect their nest, so moving far away indicates you are not a threat and they should subside. Do not try to handle a wasp nest filled with agitated wasps. Wait until they call down before you take action, or trust in a professional.

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