A Highland Village homeowner called Knock Em Dead Pest Control after discovering a wasp and hornet problem building up around their roofline and upper eaves. Using an extended reach pole applicator, our technician was able to treat the nesting sites from the ground up, targeting hard-to-reach areas along the home’s stone and brick facade without the need for ladders or scaffolding.
What the Job Involved
This was a classic North Texas scenario: warm weather, lots of eave overhangs, and a brick and stone exterior that gives wasps and hornets plenty of sheltered spots to build nests. The homeowner noticed increased activity around the front of the house, particularly near the arched windows and upper roofline.
Here is a quick breakdown of how we handled it:
- Inspection: Identified active nesting sites along the upper eaves and roofline
- Extended pole treatment: Applied product directly to nest sites using a long-reach applicator, keeping the technician safely on the ground
- Perimeter sweep: Checked surrounding shrubs and entry points for secondary activity
- Knockdown and prevention: Treated contact areas to eliminate active wasps and discourage re-nesting
Why This Type of Treatment Matters
Wasps and hornets are not just a nuisance. A nest left untreated through spring and summer can grow from a handful of insects to hundreds, and disturbing one accidentally near an entry door or window puts your family at real risk. Rooflines and eaves are among the most common nesting locations in DFW-area homes, especially on properties with stone and brick construction that retain heat and offer natural sheltered gaps.
The extended pole method our technician used here is important for two reasons: it gets product precisely where it needs to go, and it keeps our technician out of the strike zone of an agitated colony. Safety matters on both sides of this job.
If you have been seeing wasp or hornet activity around your home, do not wait until the nest is fully established. Early treatment is faster, safer, and more effective. You can learn more about how we approach this on our wasp treatment service page.
Serving Highland Village and the Surrounding Area
Knock Em Dead Pest Control works throughout the North DFW area, and Highland Village is well within our regular service territory. Whether you are dealing with wasps, hornets, or any other pest issue, our team can typically get out to you within a few business days, and in some cases the same day.
If you have noticed stinging insect activity around your eaves, roofline, or entry points, give us a call at (214) 606-8664 or reach out through our contact page. We will take a look, give you a straightforward quote, and get it handled.