Silver Bullet Pest ControlBee and Wasp Removal Lodi NJ: Yellow Jackets, Hornets, Paper Wasps and Carpenter Bees
Yellow jackets pouring out of a hole by the front steps? A paper nest growing under the porch ceiling? Silver Bullet Pest Control is based in Garfield, right next to Lodi. We identify what's stinging, treat and remove the nest safely, and make sure honey bees go to a local beekeeper instead of being killed.
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Text a photo of the nest from a safe distance to 973-510-2585. We'll tell you what it is and how soon we can come.
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Who does bee and wasp removal in Lodi, NJ?
Silver Bullet Pest Control does bee and wasp removal in Lodi, NJ: we're a licensed New Jersey exterminator (NJ License 90568B) based next door in Garfield — call or text (973) 510-2585 for a free estimate, and hablamos español. We treat and remove yellow jacket, paper wasp and hornet nests, treat carpenter bees in porch and trim wood, and work with a beekeeper so honey bee swarms are relocated, not exterminated. Same-day visits are often available for active nests.
Bee and wasp removal Lodi NJ: quick facts
| Lodi, NJ | |
|---|---|
| Company | Silver Bullet Pest Control, NJ License 90568B, over 15 years of experience |
| Distance | Based in Garfield, next to Lodi |
| Same-day | Often available for active nests, not guaranteed |
| We handle | Yellow jackets, paper wasps, bald-faced hornets, European hornets, carpenter bees |
| Honey bees | Relocated with a local beekeeper |
| Estimate | Free |
| Language | English and Spanish |
Wasp nest removal Lodi NJ: where nests hide on Lodi homes
Lodi's mix of older two-family homes, brick garden apartments and Main Street storefronts gives stinging insects plenty of sheltered spots. These are the places we find nests most often in town:
- Inside walls. Yellow jackets slip through a gap in siding, a loose vent or a missing piece of mortar and build a nest in the wall void. You see a steady stream of wasps at one small hole.
- In the ground. Old rodent holes in lawns, garden beds and the edges of walkways. Often found the hard way, with a lawn mower.
- Under porch ceilings and awnings. Paper wasps hang their open, umbrella-shaped combs under porch roofs, metal awnings, railings and door frames.
- In shrubs and trees. Bald-faced hornets build gray, football-shaped paper nests in hedges and branches, sometimes on the side of the house.
- Bare wood. Carpenter bees drill perfectly round holes in unpainted porch rails, fascia boards, decks and fences.
- Attics and soffits. Nests up under the roof line can grow large before anyone notices. See wasp nest in the attic.
Paper wasps and hornets around Lodi homes
Paper wasps
- Open, umbrella-shaped comb with visible cells
- Long-legged wasps that hang their legs in flight
- Nests under railings, eaves and door frames
Less aggressive than yellow jackets, but they sting when a door or railing near the nest gets used every day. We treat the nest and remove it once it's inactive. See paper wasp nest removal.
Bald-faced hornets
- Gray, football-shaped paper nest
- Black-and-white wasps, larger than yellow jackets
- Nest in a hedge, tree or under the eaves
Bald-faced hornets defend the nest hard and can sting more than once. Never shake or spray the branch yourself. We treat the nest from a safe angle and take it down. More on bald-faced hornet nest removal.
Bee, wasp or hornet? How to tell what's at your Lodi house
| Insect | How to spot it | What we do |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow jacket | Small, bright yellow and black; nests in the ground or in walls | Treat the nest at the entry; remove it when reachable |
| Paper wasp | Thin waist, long legs; open comb under eaves | Treat and remove the nest |
| Bald-faced hornet | Black and white; gray paper ball in a tree or shrub | Treat and remove the nest |
| European hornet | Large, brown and yellow; often in hollow trees or walls; may fly at night | Treat the nest in the void or tree |
| Carpenter bee | Large, shiny black rear end; round holes in bare wood | Treat the galleries |
| Honey bee | Fuzzy, golden-brown; swarm clusters on a branch or a colony in a wall | Relocated with a local beekeeper |
| Bumble bee | Large, very fuzzy; nests in the ground or old insulation | Ask us; often left alone if out of the way |
Not sure? Are yellow jackets bees or wasps? and carpenter bee vs. bumble bee.
How we remove bee and wasp nests in Lodi
Identify from a distance
A photo or a quick look tells us the insect and where the nest is: ground, wall, eave or tree.
Treat the nest
We use protective gear and treat at the nest itself, including the entry hole of a nest inside a wall.
Take it down
Once the colony is dead, we remove exposed nests from eaves, railings and shrubs.
Honey bees get a different plan
We don't kill honey bees. We work with a beekeeper who relocates the swarm or colony. See New Jersey beekeepers.
A few returning wasps may fly around the spot for a day or two. That's normal; give it time.
What not to do with a nest at your Lodi home
Don't plug the hole
Sealing a yellow jacket hole in a wall can make them chew through the drywall into the house. Treat first.
Don't go out at night with a flashlight
Light draws angry wasps straight to you. Keep away from the nest.
No fire, gasoline or water hose
Dangerous and it rarely kills the whole colony.
Don't mow over a ground nest
Mark it with a flag, keep kids and pets away and call us.
If someone is stung many times, or has trouble breathing or swelling of the face or throat, call 911 right away. Store spray vs. a pro: wasp spray vs. professional removal.
Bee and wasp season in Lodi
| When | What we see |
|---|---|
| April–May | Queens start small nests; carpenter bees drill new holes; honey bee swarms |
| June–July | Nests grow fast; paper wasps busy on porches |
| August–September | Yellow jacket nests at their largest and most aggressive |
| October | Colonies die back after hard frosts; new queens hide for winter |
| November–March | Old nests are empty and aren't reused |
What affects the cost of bee and wasp removal in Lodi
| Factor | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Type of insect | Paper wasps on a porch vs. yellow jackets inside a wall |
| Nest location | Ground level, second-story eave, inside a wall or attic |
| Number of nests | One nest or several around the building |
| Carpenter bees | Treating galleries in rails, fascia or decks |
| Honey bees | Relocation with a beekeeper |
The estimate is free, and a photo often gives us enough to tell you what to expect. More: what affects wasp nest removal cost.
More Lodi and bee and wasp pages
Free bee and wasp estimate in Lodi
Tell us where the nest is and send a photo from a safe distance. We're next door in Garfield.
Why Lodi calls Silver Bullet
- Next door in Garfield; same-day often available
- Licensed: NJ License 90568B
- Nests treated and removed with proper gear
- Honey bees relocated with a beekeeper
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Bee and wasp questions from Lodi
Can you remove a wasp nest in Lodi today?
Often, yes. We're based in Garfield, next to Lodi, so same-day visits for active nests are often available, though not guaranteed.
Yellow jackets are going in and out of a hole in my siding. What should I do?
Keep people away and don't plug the hole; they can chew into the house. We treat the nest through the entry so the colony dies inside the wall.
Do you kill honey bees?
No. Honey bee swarms and colonies are relocated with a local beekeeper. Text us a photo so we can confirm they're honey bees and not yellow jackets.
What are the round holes in my porch railing?
Carpenter bees. They drill clean, round holes in bare or weathered wood and nest inside. We treat the galleries; painting or staining the wood helps keep them away.
Will the wasps come back to the same nest next year?
No. Wasps and hornets don't reuse old nests. New queens can build in the same kind of spot, though, so keep an eye on porch ceilings and eaves each spring.
Why are yellow jackets so aggressive in late summer?
Nests are at their largest in August and September and workers are hunting for sugar. That's when most stings and most calls happen.
Is it safe to remove a small paper wasp nest myself?
A small, low paper wasp nest is lower risk, but stings still happen. Never try a nest in the ground, in a wall, high up, or a hornet nest yourself.
Do you remove nests at Lodi apartment complexes and businesses?
Yes. We handle nests on apartment buildings, storefronts and restaurant patios, working around tenants and business hours.
How much does wasp nest removal cost in Lodi?
It depends on the insect, where the nest is, how high it is and how many nests there are. The estimate is free.
¿Quitan nidos de avispas en Lodi?
Sí. Estamos en Garfield, al lado de Lodi. Mande una foto del nido por texto al 973-510-2585; las abejas de miel se reubican con un apicultor.
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Updated November 2026 by the Silver Bullet Pest Control team, Garfield, NJ • NJ License 90568B