09/30/2026
How did you miss a football-sized nest in your tree? ππ
You didn't miss it, the leaves just finally fell!
That is a bald-faced hornet nest. It has been building since spring, completely hidden by the tree canopy. Now that it's visible, do you need to do something about it?
βοΈ The Good News: The colony dies off after the first hard freeze, and the nest is never reused. If itβs high up and far away from people, you can let winter handle it.
β οΈ The Warning: If itβs near a door, walkway, deck, or playset, it's a different story. They are highly aggressive and sting repeatedly.
What NOT to do:
π« Don't knock it down with a pole or a bat.
π« Don't use hardware store spray from below.
π« Don't shoot it or try to burn it!
If you spot a nest in a high-traffic area, call us. Weβll give you an honest answer on whether it needs treatment now or if the frost will handle it for you.
Anyone spot one in their yard this week? Let us know below! π
π titanpestandwildlife.com
π (314) 720-8857