Bees, Wasps & Hornets
From the top-rated wasp, hornet, and bee Control company in the Ann Arbor area.
“After my dog was stung by yellow jackets… after countless cans of DIY sprays… I called Community because it was local and because of its ratings. I'm glad I did. Every 5-star rating is well-deserved!!!”
— Marie K., Ann Arbor
Buzz! Buzz!
No matter what stinging insect is flying around your property, they’re a nuisance at best, and at worst, downright dangerous. Wasps sting, ruin an otherwise beautiful summer day, and damage your property. Our expert technicians will suit up and safely reclaim your space!
Why Professional Pest Control is Best for Stinging Insects
Attempting to remove stinging insects on your own can cause erratic behavior (an angry, out-of-control swarm), further property damage, painful stings, or dangerous allergic reactions. Bees, wasps, and hornets are best handled by an expert who has the experience and safety gear to handle these aggressive pests.
Some insects are also pollinators and critical to a healthy ecosystem — we can handle them with care.
Our Stinging Insect Removal Service
If you have a stinging insect problem of any kind, we can help identify the cause, remove pests, and ensure they stay gone for good. Here’s what you can expect:
Free assessment with a technician
Personalized plan for your property
Comprehensive curative and/or preventive treatments
Individual nest removal
Immediate relief and full elimination shortly after treatment
Treatment guarantee for at least 90 days
Here’s how to identify what stinging insect may be bothering you:
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Yellow Jackets
Small black and yellow wasps that are active throughout the summer and fall
Build massive nests underground, in hollow trees, under porches, and in wall voids
Easily agitated and aggressive
Especially dangerous because they can sting multiple times
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Paper Wasps
Medium-sized black and yellow or brown and black wasps
Form nests in roof peaks, behind utility boxes, gutters and corners, in window and door frames, and under deck railings
Swarm food and drinks when your trying to enjoy an afternoon outdoors
Most common stinging insect in Ann Arbor, Chelsea, Dexter, Saline, and Ypsilanti
Most active April through October
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Bald Faced Hornets
Large black and white wasps that can be very aggressive
Build basketball-sized nests in trees, on the side of the structures, on decks, overhangs, roof peaks, and soffits
Most active in Michigan from July to November
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Carpenter Bees
Large, territorial, wood-destroying pests
Often mistaken for bumble bees
Chew perfectly round holes into wood soffits, behind gutters, and into deck railings
Cause considerable damage to wood surfaces
Most active in early spring
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Honey Bees
Brown and golden bees
Likely to build their nest in a hollow tree or rock crevice, but sometimes buildings
Active in May and June
Rather than killing honey bees we refer them out to a bee expert for relocation
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Other Stinging Insects
We also have a variety of native bees, wasps, and stinging insects such as mason bees, mud daubers, and cicada killers which usually aren’t a pest problem
WhY COmmunity?
As neighborhood pest pros, we care about you and your home. We’re here to help you take care of any pest problem so that you and your family can fully enjoy where you live.
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We’re family-owned and locally operated. Unlike large corporate chains, we have rich knowledge of the area and know the typical patterns and behaviors of pests. We know where they hide and how to get rid of them. We have a 5.0/5.0 rating on Google with over 500 reviews.
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We value your time. We always show up when we say we will and don’t make you wait. We’ll send you a text when our tech is on their way.
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Our pest plans are specific to your home and problem. Our eradication service typically lasts throughout the season or the entire year.
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Unlike most pest control companies that outsource initial assessments to salespeople (leading to misguided services and pressure-ridden sales), Community sends a technician that does the work. We’ll leave you with a detailed proposal to think over or can start treatment the same day.
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Not only do we eliminate stinging insects now, but we also prevent future infestations with preventative treatments that stop new nests from forming.
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We offer annual maintenance program so you don’t have to worry about bugs in the future.
insect Control REVIEWS FROM YOUR NEIGHBORS
“Community Pest Solutions is incredibly effective with insect and pest infestation. We purchased the annual maintenance plan after reviewing the positive reviews and shopping around. When issues came up, they were very responsive, typically with a 1-2 day turnaround. Eric was our main contact and when he was over, he was very thorough. He would review all possible insect & mice entrances which resulted in climbing into the attic to ensure it was sealed up and reviewing any growth in the gutters that could exacerbate insect growth. I highly recommend using them for any insect or rodent issues you may have. They are very reliable and can be counted on to do a great job!”
— Jeanne
“I went with this company because it had excellent reviews online & was local. The receptionist returned my call within 10 min, explained the process & scheduled us within a week. It's now been a week since Derek treated for an extreme yellow jacket infestation, he treated 2 areas we knew about & a 3rd we did not. The yellow jackets were gone in 2-3 days. We signed up for the annual service so Derek treated for other insects as well. I could not be more impressed with this company! Derek was professional, kind & knowledgeable about the chemicals used. I'm looking forward to not having to deal with Asian lady beetles, stink bugs, boxelder bugs or any other insect issues anymore!”
— Martha S.
“We discovered a big ant infestation in a guest bedroom so called Community Pest Solutions right away. They put us on their schedule. They were able to come 2 weeks early and took care of the problem. We were able to have guests stay in that room. Thank you Community Pest Solutions.”
— Pam H.
“John was prompt, knowledgeable, explained the extent of my ant issue and the process to treat it. I thought I had carpenter ants; turned out it was acrobat ants. I was concerned about the safety of the bait and spray used, as I have pets and enjoy the local birds and wildlife. John took the time to explain everything and made me more comfortable. Hoping my ant invasion is over, but if not, they guarantee they will return for the remainder of the year to retreat if necessary. Highly recommend Community Pest Solutions.”
— Laurie B.
“After I was stung by a bald-faced hornet, we located a nest in a tree in our yard. CPS was able to provide service within a few hours of my call. They treated and removed the nest efficiently and professionally. We were very pleased with their work and responsiveness!”
— Karen C.
“We uncovered a yellow jacket nest under the deck, kicking up an angry swarm just a couple of hours before an outside gathering, We were on the verge of having to cancel the whole thing when Joe answered our SOS. He arrived within 20 minutes and swiftly exterminated the problem. We were so grateful for the speedy and professional service. We highly recommend Community Pest Solutions!”