Wasps are considered annoying as they often nest in manmade structures and deal out painful stings, if you get too close. As such they earned themselves a bad reputation because of their aggressive behaviour occasionally.

Wasps stings are common, especially during warmer months. Wasps are not known to cause a lot of damage to the home, however they can attack when their nest is disturbed and becomes dangerous harming your loved ones or pets.

Damage to home by wasps

Wasps commonly nest in attics and in wall voids inside the home. They can get inside through tiny holes and gaps. Roof damage can make the interior of the home vulnerable. Weather-worn shingles can allow moisture to get inside warping boards and provide a entry point for wasps.

Wasps and health problems

Wasps use their stings to subdue prey and defend their nest. Wasps sometimes sting us as they see us as a threat. Further, wasps are not known to carry human diseases, but allergic reaction to their stings can be fatal. Wasps are equipped with a stinger for self-defense. Wasp’s stinger contains venom that’s transmitted to humans during a sting.

Majority of people after wasp sting will show minor symptoms ,such as itching, redness and swelling that recedes with few days. However, some people are allergic to wasp sting and may experience life threatening symptoms, such as anaphylactic shock. They person may experience dizziness, nausea or vomiting, low blood pressure, swelling of face, lips or throat, itching in non-sting areas, breathing difficulties and loss of consciousness. This is medical emergency that requires immediate treatment.

Wasps are not known to carry human diseases, but allergic reactions to their sting can be fatal. This means their presence should not be ignored and proper timely measures must be taken to get rid of them.