Yellowjackets
Colonies start with a single queen in April or May and peak in late summer at up to about 5,000 wasps per nest — in the ground, in logs, or inside walls and attics.
Bee & Wasp Control
Stinging Insect Removal
Stinging Insect Removal
Done Right. Done Safely.
Yellowjackets, hornets and carpenter bees — we identify, treat and remove nests from your home or business. Same-day appointments are usually available across Northeast Ohio.
- Same-Day Appointments Usually Available
- 100% Free Inspection
- 6-Month Warranty
- Licensed & Insured
What We Treat
Stinging insects we remove
Not all stinging insects are the same. We tailor every treatment to the species and where it is nesting.
Bald-Faced Hornets
Actually a member of the yellowjacket family. They build large paper nests of three or four tiers, usually on tree branches but also on shrubs, poles and house siding.
European Hornets
The only true hornet in North America. Usually avoids conflict, but defends its nest and can be aggressive around food — and may sting without warning.
Carpenter Bees
Look like bumble bees but have a bare, shiny black abdomen. They drill into bare wood — rafters, deck joists, fascia boards — and repeated nesting can cause structural damage.
Learn More
Stinging insects in detail
Why iDeal
Northeast Ohio's stinging insect specialists
We protect homes and businesses across the Cleveland & Akron area from yellowjackets, hornets and carpenter bees — from a single nest under the eaves to a colony inside a wall.
- Technicians licensed by the Ohio Department of Agriculture
- Licensed, insured & guaranteed
- Minimum 6-month warranty — free return visits
- Same-day appointments usually available
- 527+ local reviews, average 5 stars
Our Process
How we eliminate stinging insects
Getting started is simple. Schedule a 100% free inspection and we'll take care of the problem.
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Consult
Reach out for a 100% free consultation for your home or business. We assess your property and build a plan that works best for it.
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Schedule
We find a time that fits your schedule. Same-day appointments are usually available when the problem is urgent.
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Exterminate
Our licensed technicians treat the interior and exterior of your home, then follow up as needed to make sure the pests are gone.
Free Estimate
Get a free bee & wasp quote
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FAQ
Bee & wasp questions
Yellowjackets have been around since spring, but each colony starts with a single queen in April or May, so numbers stay small early on. By peak summer a nest can hold up to about 5,000 wasps, and in the fall they go after sweets like pop and candy residue in garbage cans.
We don't recommend it. Disturbing a nest can set off a defensive response from the whole colony. Our technicians treat nests with the right equipment and products for the species and location.
Our Structural Spray treats the outline of your home — peaks, eaves, soffits, shutters, doors and windows — as soon as winter breaks, and warranties the house for stinging insects for the year.
Yes. iDeal Pest Control backs all of its services with a minimum 6-month warranty. If pests come back within the warranty period, return visits are at no additional cost.