We offer some of the LEAST EXPENSIVE prices for Alpharetta Hornet Nest – Yellowjacket Hive Removal Services.  We pride ourselves on offering “Quick & Economical” hive removal services. This page is NOT referring to our Licensed Honeybee Hive Removal & Relocation Services – This page is strictly for the Bald Faced Hornet Nests, Yellowjacket hives, European Hornet Nests and Wasps.  

WARNING! IF YOU ONLY TAKE AWAY ONE BIT OF INFORMATION FROM THIS SITE —- MAKE IT THIS. DO NOT HAVE SOMEONE SPRAY THE ENTRANCE WITH PESTICIDES IF THE HIVE IS IN A WALL. It may drive them deeper into the structure which is NOT what you want.

If the hornets or wasps are outside your home, in the ground or in a bush/tree… we can remove these quickly and affordably, often being able to complete the service without anyone at home making it one of our most convenient removal services.

If the Hornets, or Wasps are in your structure, meaning in a wall void, soffit box or attic, we have to assess the situation to find the most effective way to remove them while making the fewest modifications to the structure as is possible. Before any work is done in this case, we clearly explain everything from our plan of approach to removing them and any possible issues or risks that could be encountered.

We tried to make it as simple as possible.  From the point that you schedule the job, we normally can take care of the hive either that day or the next day.  We squeeze your job in when it makes geographical sense.  We call you ahead of time and let you know when we will arrive at your property.  PLEASE NOTE: YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE HOME IF THE HIVE IS OUTSIDE.  

IMPORTANT:  On ALL Hive Removal Calls – There are hunters that are out foraging when we come to remove the hive.  Therefore, after we remove the hive they will return to their home only to realize it is GONE!   They will hang out where their hive WAS.  They are less aggressive since there isn’t a Queen to protect.  After about a week they typically are gone.

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Bald-Faced Hornet Nests are mummy-looking hives that are hanging from structures like eaves, doorways & trees.  They usually have Sentries (guards) watching for potential threats. They have an invisible flight path that they monitor. If in your approach you break their flight path — an alarm is sounded!  Beware! Bald Face Hornets are notorious for going for your eyes.

If the Bald Faced Hornet Nest is attached to the house we will do a complete removal. We take our time to control the situation so all of the hornets do not escape. We want to take as many with us as possible. However, with that said there are always some out foraging when we come to take the hive. They will come back and hang around for a while and even try to make a new empty hive. It is empty because we took the Queen with us. They are far less aggressive since there is no Queen or Hive to protect. Typically within a week they are no longer there.

Yellowjacket nests are most commonly found underground.  Oftentimes they have multiple entrances. This type of a hive removal is called a “Dig Out”. First, we have to control the situation by taking our time to carefully remove as many Yellowjackets as we can then we dig up the empty hive and pupae. Yellowjackets get alarmed from simple vibrations of someone walking by or mowing the lawn too close to the hive.  The attack begins!  Be careful. We don’t just spray the hive and run!!! We have protective clothing on so we can either completely remove the hive as mentioned above OR if the hive cannot be accessed then we can do a deep hive penetrative pesticide application to do everything in our power to have the Queen’s chamber infiltrated with pesticides.

Sometimes we stumble upon Aerial Yellowjacket hives under eaves, decks, and doorways or the Yellowjacket hive has take up residence in a wall void or soffit box.  We have tools above and beyond our skillset of watching for a flight path. We have thermal imaging cameras and inspection scopes to help us locate an active hive in the wall. 

When a hive is in the wall of a home it is considered a “cut-out“. We have a page dedicated just to cut-outs to better help you understand the steps and process.

European Hornet Nests are the least common of the hive removal calls. It isn’t as common to have them invade our home. When you see these massive buggers is at night when you have a porch light on you will see them coming, hunting for the bugs attracted to the porch light. We always recommend using a LED porch light or Bug Light bulb to cut down the attractant so they are less likely to establish a hive close-by.

When we remove European Hornets they pelt our head repeatedly trying to get to us. Once a Tech was simply looking to see if there was a hive in a soffit, just peaked in and a European nailed his forehead so hard with a sting that immediately they looked like they were a Klingon in Star Trek. We can laugh now, years later.

We have included a few articles below that are related to Yellowjackets and Baldfaced Hornets and are quick reads.

Why are hornet nests common around homes near Windward Parkway and Webb Bridge Road?

Neighborhoods with mature trees, wooded buffers, and large overhangs create ideal nesting spots for hornets. Areas near Windward Parkway, Webb Bridge Road, and similar subdivisions often have eaves, soffits, and tree lines that provide protection from wind and predators.

Are hornets more aggressive than wasps around Alpharetta neighborhoods?

Hornets can be very defensive, especially when their nest is disturbed. In residential areas near Avalon, North Point, and local parks, accidental contact with a nest under an eave or in shrubs can trigger aggressive behavior.

How do I know if the nest on my house is hornets and not bees?

Hornet nests are typically large, gray, paper-like structures hanging from trees, rooflines, or soffits. Honeybee hives are wax-based and usually found inside wall voids or tree cavities rather than exposed like hornet nests.

Is it safe to remove a hornet nest myself?

Attempting removal without proper protective equipment can be dangerous. Hornets will defend their nest in groups, and multiple stings are common when nests are disturbed.

Why do hornets build nests under eaves and porch ceilings?

Overhangs and covered entryways provide shelter from rain and direct sunlight. Homes throughout North Fulton subdivisions with large porches and soffits are common nesting targets.

What time of year are hornet nests most active in Alpharetta?

Hornet activity increases through late spring and peaks during summer when colonies grow larger. By late summer, nests may contain hundreds of hornets.

Will hornets return after a nest is removed?

Once a nest is professionally removed and the area is treated properly, hornets typically do not reuse the same structure. However, new queens may establish nests nearby the following season if conditions remain favorable.

Are hornets dangerous to children and pets?

Yes. Hornets aggressively defend their nests and can sting multiple times. Properties near walking trails, playground areas, or pond entrances in local communities are especially concerning when nests are low or easily disturbed.

How large can a hornet nest get in residential areas?

By mid to late summer, a hornet nest can grow to the size of a basketball or larger. Mature nests around wooded backyards or golf course edges can house hundreds of insects.

What is the difference between hornet nest removal and hive removal?

Hornet nest removal involves eliminating and safely removing paper nests built by hornets or wasps. Hive removal typically refers to honeybee colonies, which require a different process due to the presence of wax comb and honey inside structures.