What to Do If You Find a Wasp or Hornet Nest Near Your Home

Wasp nest with multiple wasps entering and exiting, highlighting potential pest issues near homes.

Discovering a wasp or hornet nest on your property will make anyone stop in their tracks. These stinging insects are not only intimidating but can also pose serious health risks, especially if someone in your household is allergic. At Madsen Pest Management, we understand how important it is to protect your home and family. That’s…

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WHY ARE WASPS AND HORNETS ATTRACTED TO MY HOUSE?

Close-up of a hornet on wood, illustrating the presence of stinging insects that can disrupt outdoor gatherings during summer.

Summer is a season filled with outdoor activities and warm weather. However, the presence of hornets and wasps can disrupt these pleasant moments. These stinging insects can turn a peaceful backyard gathering into a frantic dance party. Let’s grab our swatters and explore why these critters are drawn to your home and how you can…

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KEEPING SPIDERS & WASPS AT BAY!

Wasp nest hanging from wooden ceiling, illustrating the importance of pest prevention in homes and businesses.

TIPS TO PREVENT WEBS & NESTS AROUND YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS Spiders, wasps and nests — oh my! These creepy crawlers and buzzing troublemakers always come in at the top of our most common and most unwanted pests list. But fear not because we’ve got the inside scoop on keeping those eight-legged web weavers and…

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BEES, WASPS AND HORNETS: THE STINGING INSECTS OF SUMMER

Close-up of a yellow and black wasp with reflective surface, relevant to pest control discussions on stinging insects like bees and wasps.

Summer months in the Midwest are picturesque. The weather’s hot, the sun is shining, the plants are lush, the flowers are blooming; everything is bright and green again.  No longer do we dream of the sun and heat, it’s here! Just picture all of your favorite summertime activities, like relaxing outside on the patio sipping…

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MOSQUITOS, SPIDERS & TICKS… OH MY!: THE PESTS OF SPRING

Tick crawling on textured fabric, highlighting springtime pest concerns related to spiders and ticks.

The sun is shining, the trees are budding, the temperature’s rising; everything is coming back to life after that long and seemingly endless winter. Along with the arrival of spring comes the reemergence of springtime pests. YUCK! Every year we look forward to the melting snow and springtime growth, but frequently forgotten, along with those…

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