Do imitation nests work to prevent yellow jackets?

• <div><p>Probably not. Many imitation nests are meant to be hung from trees or other tall places, but not all yellow jackets nest up high—most species, such as the common yellow jacket and the southern yellow jacket, build nests in the ground. </p></div>

Are there any kinds of non-fruiting trees that attract yellow jackets?

• <div><p>Any tree that emits a sap or resin can attract yellow jackets. They are particularly attracted to the tree of heaven (<i>Ailanthus altissima</i>), which emits a sweet sap that both yellow jackets and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-get-rid-spotted-lanternfly.htm">spotted lanternflies</a> love.</p></div>

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Q: What happens if you seal bees in a wall?

• <div><p>If you seal bees in a wall and don&rsquo;t leave them any way to escape, they may make one of their own. Otherwise, they&rsquo;ll die inside the wall, and that creates many additional problems. It takes a long time, and the bees will start rotting, which can make your home smell miserable. All the dead bees and any honeycombs they may have created will also attract a number of bugs or other pests to your home. That&rsquo;s why we suggest removing the bees entirely, and not trying to seal them away.</p></div>

Q: Are there certain times of the year when bee removal is more effective?

• <div><p>Early spring or late fall removals are ideal when bees are less active, and hive removal is safer.</p></div>

Q: How can I distinguish between bees and wasps?

• <div><p>Bees usually have thicker, fuzzy bodies, while wasps have slender, smooth bodies. Behavior and nesting also differ.</p></div>

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Reviewed in August 2023
I hired upper left handyman services to come repair my fence. Chris did an amazing job for a good price. He made sure my animals could still go outside while he did the fence and was super nice. I would call back for any repairs needed!
Upper Left Handyman Services LLC
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Reviewed in April 2018
Prompt service. Toilet had to be removed to remove clog. Both plumbers very professional and courteous. Happy with results - flushing without fear now.
Wilson Plumbing And Repairs
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Reviewed in March 2016
It went very well, and they showed more concern for the animal than my means, which living on the poverty level is not good. What got to me at once, they were more concerned about the well being of the animal and my stress in dealing with him than they were their fees. This is not common...
Best Friends Pet Care Center
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Reviewed in March 2014
My puppy was very scared of water before he worked with Beth, the owner of Happy Tails Resort and Spa. She has a large heated indoor swimming pool where she has been helping to de-sensitize him and make him less scared of water. She also works with animals that have injuries or are elderly. She...
Beth Meyer
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Reviewed in February 2014
She does such a good job and she absolutely loves the animals!
JOEY'S BARK N BATH
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Reviewed in May 2012
Dr. Shelley was the one I spent more time with. She was really friendly and outgoing. She handles animals very well. From the doctor if I want information she was good at that. She was great. There was another doctor there Dr. Patricia Shea who was also very good. She was not much of a people's...
Cat Care Ltd
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Reviewed in November 2011
Krussell's performed without issues. They cleaned up and left. Just what a tree removal should be.
Krussell's Tree Service
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Reviewed in June 2011
I had an appointment and was greeted and checked in a few minutes before my scheduled time. The vet was most thorough with the exam and suggested some lab work to make sure everything was okay with my beloved dog. The cost of everything was very fair and I feel like I got more than my money's...
Vista Larga Animal Hospital
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Reviewed in December 2010
I had been hearing noises in the attic so I thought I had rats because my neighbor said she had them but it turns out I didn't. The serviceman checked all over very carefully to make sure there wasn't any or any signs of any animals up there. There was no charge.
AAA Pest Control
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Removal of all large livestock and most animal carcasses and byproducts used in ranching or food processing. Hauling of most items and situations. We also offer property repair and cleaning as this often goes hand in hand with removal of animals.

Animal Removal questions, answered by experts

If you seal bees in a wall and don’t leave them any way to escape, they may make one of their own. Otherwise, they’ll die inside the wall, and that creates many additional problems. It takes a long time, and the bees will start rotting, which can make your home smell miserable. All the dead bees and any honeycombs they may have created will also attract a number of bugs or other pests to your home. That’s why we suggest removing the bees entirely, and not trying to seal them away.

Probably not. Many imitation nests are meant to be hung from trees or other tall places, but not all yellow jackets nest up high—most species, such as the common yellow jacket and the southern yellow jacket, build nests in the ground.

Early spring or late fall removals are ideal when bees are less active, and hive removal is safer.

Bees usually have thicker, fuzzy bodies, while wasps have slender, smooth bodies. Behavior and nesting also differ.

Any tree that emits a sap or resin can attract yellow jackets. They are particularly attracted to the tree of heaven (Ailanthus altissima), which emits a sweet sap that both yellow jackets and spotted lanternflies love.

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