There are 2 species of yellow jackets in Illinois the Eastern yellow jackets and the German yellow jackets. The eastern yellow jackets like to nest underground in abandoned rodent burrows or similar underground cavity, while the German yellow jackets tend to nest inside walls, attics, eves, basement, or crawl space of a structures. The German yellow jackets can enter a building through a very small opening.
Yellow jackets can sting multiple times and they are a health threat to human and pets. When a yellow jacket stings someone, it injects venom that can trigger a local allergic reaction. The stings can be life threatening to a person who are allergic to the venom. People who got stung can develop hives, difficulty breathing or swallowing, or similar symptoms of allergic reaction.
Yellow Jackets Control Process:
We provide stinging pest treatments. We look for conditions that invite stinging pests, locate their nests, and remove any nests to prevent future infestations. You should never try to remove nests on your own. Instead, rely on our highly trained technicians to remove nests. We are Structural Pest Removal certified and are fully insured. Contact us today.
July 5, 2025 