Wasp Nest RemovalWasps: Nest ID, Sting Risks & Wasp Nest Removal
Professional wasp nest removal across South & West Yorkshire, with local pages for Sheffield, Leeds, Barnsley and Rotherham.
Worried about a wasp nest? Apex treats it safely, 7 days a week.
BPCA certified · From £80 +VAT · One visit · No call-out fee · 7 days a week
At a Glance
- Service
- Wasp Nest Removal
- Provider
- Apex Pest Control Ltd
- Locations
- Sheffield, Leeds, Rotherham & Barnsley
- Price from
- £80 + VAT
- Response
- One visit · 7 days a week
- Credentials
- BPCA certified · £5M insured
Wasp Nests: What You’re Dealing With
Apex Pest Control Ltd treats the common wasp (Vespula vulgaris) and the German wasp (Vespula germanica) across South and West Yorkshire — the two species behind almost every wasp nest call-out. A wasp colony lasts one year: the queen starts the nest in spring, worker wasps build it through summer, and the colony dies off in winter — only new queens survive, hibernating over winter to start fresh nests the following spring.
Wasps build a papery nest from chewed wood pulp, and by late summer a single nest can hold thousands of workers. As food runs short in August and September the workers turn to sugary food and become far more aggressive — which is when most stings happen. Apex Pest Control Ltd treats the nest before it reaches that stage.
Apex Pest Control Ltd treats the nest rather than simply removing it: a professional insecticide is injected into the nest and the colony dies, normally within 24 hours. Wasps do not return to a treated nest — though later in the season a new queen can occasionally start a fresh nest elsewhere on the property if the spot suits, which is a new nest rather than the old one coming back.
Nest Profile
Where Do Wasps Build Their Nests?
Apex Pest Control Ltd is called out to wasp nests across South and West Yorkshire all summer. The nest is usually hidden, so the first sign is often a steady stream of wasps coming and going from one spot. A DIY spray usually makes things worse — it rarely reaches a nest hidden in a loft or wall cavity and simply provokes the colony, so it is safer to have the nest treated at the entry point.
Lofts & roof spaces
The most common nest site — wasps enter at the eaves and soffits and build in the warm, undisturbed roof void.
Wall cavities & air bricks
A constant trail of wasps in and out of a small hole in the brickwork or an air brick usually means a nest in the cavity.
Eaves, soffits & fascias
Nests tucked up under the roofline, often directly above a doorway, window or patio where they are a real sting risk.
Sheds, garages & outbuildings
Undisturbed corners and roof voids of sheds, garages and outbuildings are a favourite for both common and German wasps.
Underground & in banks
Common and German wasps also nest underground in old burrows and soil banks, the nest hidden below a single entrance hole.
A visible paper nest
A grey, papery ball anywhere from a golf ball to a football in size — if wasps are entering it, the nest is active.
Why You Should Not Ignore a Wasp Nest
Apex Pest Control Ltd treats wasp nests quickly because the risk rises sharply through the summer as the colony grows. A nest treated in late spring or early summer is small and simple to deal with, while an August or September nest can hold thousands of workers — so the earlier it is treated, the better.
Painful stings
Unlike a bee, a wasp can sting repeatedly, and a disturbed nest can deliver many stings in seconds.
Allergic reactions
Wasp stings cause pain and swelling, and in sensitive people can trigger a serious allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) needing urgent medical help.
Late-summer aggression
As the colony peaks in August and September, worker wasps become bolder and far more likely to sting without provocation.
Risk to children & pets
A nest near a door, patio or play area is a genuine hazard for families, pets and anyone with a sting allergy.
How Apex Pest Control Treats a Wasp Nest
Apex Pest Control Ltd treats wasp nests with a proven, professional method, carried out by a BPCA-certified technician in full protective equipment.
Locate the nest
The technician finds the active nest entrance, whether it is in the loft, a wall cavity, the eaves, a shed or underground.
Treat the entrance
A professional insecticide is injected directly into the nest. The wasps carry it through the colony, killing the queen and the workers at source.
The colony dies down
Wasp activity stops quickly and the colony normally dies within 24 hours; one treatment is usually all it takes. Wasps do not return to a treated nest.
Aftercare advice
The nest entrance is never sealed straight away, because trapped wasps would seek another way out through the building. Apex Pest Control Ltd advises leaving it 48 to 72 hours.
Wasp nest treatment is from £80 plus VAT for one visit, with £20 per extra nest at the same building and no call-out fee. Removing the dead nest afterwards is an optional extra (loft nest removal £120), and only where the nest is accessible and practical to reach — some tight loft spaces are not. See the price list.
What Our Customers Say
"Contacted the Barnsley branch about a wasp nest. They called back almost immediately and attended the same day — Tom sorted it within twenty minutes. First-class local service."
"Great service, very professional and knowledgeable. After an inspection he removed our very large wasps’ nest. I highly recommend Apex — 10/10."
"Apex are wonderful — quick to respond, always punctual and great at communicating. Tony is so knowledgeable and trustworthy, always reassuring and positive. We first called Apex almost 40 years ago and wouldn’t use anyone else."
Rated 4.9/5 from 110+ reviews across our Google (Sheffield & Barnsley) and Trustpilot profiles.
Transparent Pricing
How Much Does Wasp Nest Removal Cost?
Fixed price, no call-out fee. One treatment usually clears the nest.
Prices from
£80
+ VAT · one visit · £20 per extra nest same building
- One-visit treatment by a BPCA-certified technician
- Fixed price confirmed before treatment — no call-out fee
- £20 per additional nest at the same building
- Optional dead-nest removal where accessible — loft nest £120
Every job is quoted upfront — the price you are given is the price you pay, all plus VAT. One treatment usually clears the nest; if activity continues from the treated nest, Apex will return.
Why Choose Apex for Wasp Nest Removal?
Apex Pest Control Ltd is a BPCA-certified, family-run Yorkshire business. Founder Tony Johnson has 40 years' experience, and every wasp treatment is carried out safely in full protective equipment.
BPCA Certified
Every technician holds current BPCA certification — the recognised UK standard for safe, professional wasp control.
From £80, One Visit
A fixed price from £80 plus VAT, confirmed before treatment, with one visit usually all it takes. No call-out fee.
Safe, Professional Treatment
Wasp nests are treated with professional insecticidal dust and full PPE — far safer than a shop-bought spray or DIY attempt.
Named Local Technician
A local technician who knows Yorkshire properties, covering Sheffield, Leeds, Rotherham and Barnsley.
Available 7 Days a Week
Monday to Friday 08:00–19:00 and Saturday to Sunday 08:00–13:00 — wasps are a summer-weekend problem.
£5M Public Liability
Fully insured to £5M public liability, so you are protected on every visit.
Where Do We Remove Wasp Nests?
Apex Pest Control Ltd removes wasp nests across South and West Yorkshire from four local offices — faster and fixed-price where many councils charge or have a wait. Choose your nearest area below for local availability, response times and area-specific advice.
Barnsley
Wasp nest removal throughout Barnsley and the surrounding area.
Wasp nest removal in BarnsleyWasp Control for Pubs, Schools & Businesses
Apex Pest Control Ltd treats wasp nests for pubs and beer gardens, schools, nurseries, care homes and food businesses across South and West Yorkshire, with priority response where stinging-insect risk is a duty-of-care issue.
Pest Intelligence
About Wasps — Facts & Identification
A little wasp biology explains why professional treatment at the nest works where sprays and DIY do not.
Wasp Nest Removal — Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions we hear most often. If yours is not listed, call us on 0114 349 1098.
Get the Wasp Nest Sorted — Fast
Wasp nest on your property? Apex Pest Control Ltd treats wasp nests across South and West Yorkshire from £80 plus VAT, one visit, no call-out fee, 7 days a week. Please do not disturb the nest in the meantime.