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How to deal with wasp nest in the loft.

One of the most common places for wasps to build their nests is in roof spaces. Wasps are often found in attics, along the gutter line and even under roof tiles.  It can however be confusing when you’ve noticed wasps in the loft or coming from that area but can’t locate a nest. This is actually quite a common occurrence and there could be a number of reasons for it.
Getting rid of wasps in the loft can be a challenge, but it's important to take care of the problem as soon as possible. Wasps can be dangerous, and they can also be a nuisance. With a little bit of effort, you can get rid of them for good.
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Why do wasps build their nests in lofts?

There are a few reasons why wasps might build their nests in your loft. One reason is that they’re attracted to the warmth of the attic. Another reason could be that there’s easy access to the outdoors, which is important for foraging. And lastly, there are often plenty of places to hide a nest in a loft, making it more difficult for predators to find and destroy it.

What are the dangers of having wasps in your loft?

While wasps can be beneficial to the environment, they can also be dangerous to humans. Wasps can sting multiple times and their stings can be painful. In some cases, wasps can cause an allergic reaction that may require medical attention. Additionally, wasps are attracted to sweet smells, so having them in your loft could attract them to your food.
 
How can you get rid of wasps in your loft?
If you’ve noticed wasps in your loft, the first thing you should do is try to find the nest. Once you’ve located the nest, you can take steps to get rid of the wasps. This can be done by using a store-bought wasp spray or making your own natural wasp repellent. If you’re not comfortable doing this yourself, you can also call a pest control company to take care of the problem for you.
 
Prevent wasps from building nests in your loft in the future
There are a few things you can do to prevent wasps from nesting in your loft. One thing you can do is to seal up any cracks or openings that lead into the attic. This will make it more difficult for wasps to get inside. You can also keep the area around your home clean and free of food scraps, as this will attract wasps. Finally, you can install wasp traps in your attic to help catch any that do manage to get inside.
 
How to instal wasp traps
One way to prevent wasps from nesting in your loft is to install wasp traps. These are devices that lure wasps in with a sweet scent and then trap them. You can buy wasp traps at most hardware stores, or you can make your own using a plastic bottle and some sugar water. To make your own trap, cut the top off a plastic bottle and inverted it so that the opening is pointing downwards. Tape the bottle to the side of the loft, then fill the bottom part with sugar water. The wasps will be attracted to the sweet scent and will crawl into the bottle, but they won’t be able to get back out.
 
How to make a natural wasp repellent
If you don’t want to use a store-bought spray, you can make your own natural repellent. One way to do this is to mix equal parts water and vinegar in a spray bottle. You can also add a few drops of dish soap to help the mixture stick to surfaces. Another option is to mix water and mint leaves in a blender, then strain the mixture and put it in a spray bottle. Mint is a natural insect repellent, so this can help keep wasps away.

Obtain the services of pest control professionals

When you have found a large number of wasps inside the house but are unable to locate the nest or destroy the nest, you should always seek expert help from a professional pest control service as wasps are very fierce creatures and their bite can cause a lot of pain and inflammatory reaction.

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