How to get rid of wasps hornets 1.
How to keep wasps out of attic.
If you believe wasps are entering your attic through the vents install a screen to keep them and other insects out.
Use a pressurized soapy water spray 4.
Dress in thick clothing.
If you can t stand the smell of toxic chemical sprays or wasp repellents you can try various home remedies which are.
Breaks in the insulation or small holes in the wood are common sources for wasp entry.
Apply peppermint oil to repel wasps 5.
Use a shop vac filled with soapy water 3.
Any breaches require sealing to prevent more wasps from entering.
Determine what type of wasp you have.
Vents play a key role in reducing mold and mildew which is why you need them open.
Wasp stings are poisonous and very painful so dressing to prevent them is important.
Set up a sugar water trap.
You can put cheesecloth or muslin over the open ridge vent if you can access it.
Use a solar wasp trap catcher 2.
How to get rid of wasps in the attic step 1.
Solitary wasps tend to build nests that allow them to secure and separate.
If its one you can remove from the outside take it out put the cheesecloth over it and replace.
You can pour boiling water kerosene or diesel onto the nest at night when the wasps are resting.
Check your attic for openings that the wasps could be using to get into the vents.