Silver Bullet Pest ControlBee and Wasp Removal Maywood NJ — Yellow Jackets, Hornets, Paper Wasps and Carpenter Bees
Yellow jackets pouring out of a hole in the lawn, a gray football-shaped nest in the maple, wasps building under the porch light? Silver Bullet Pest Control does bee and wasp removal in Maywood from our base in Garfield, about 10 to 15 minutes away. Same-day visits are often available, and honey bees are never exterminated — we work with a local beekeeper.
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Who does bee and wasp removal in Maywood, NJ?
Silver Bullet Pest Control does bee and wasp removal in Maywood, NJ — we're a licensed New Jersey exterminator (NJ License 90568B) based in Garfield, about 10 to 15 minutes away; call or text 973-510-2585 for a free quote, and hablamos español. We treat and remove yellow jacket, hornet and paper wasp nests, treat carpenter bees in wood trim and decks, and relocate honey bees with a local beekeeper. Same-day appointments are often available.
Wasp nest removal Maywood NJ: where we find them
Maywood's mix of shade trees, lawns, wood porches and older trim gives every kind of stinging insect a place to build. Most of our calls in the borough come down to a few spots:
- In the lawn and garden beds — yellow jackets nest in old rodent holes, often found the hard way with a lawn mower.
- Inside walls — yellow jackets also move into wall voids through a gap in siding or a vent. If you hear buzzing or chewing in a wall, don't plug the hole: they can chew through drywall into the house.
- Under eaves, porch ceilings and railings — paper wasps build open, umbrella-shaped nests here.
- In trees and hedges — bald-faced hornets hang large, gray, paper nests in the tall street trees and shrubs.
- In wood trim and deck rails — carpenter bees drill perfectly round holes in fascia, decks and wood siding.
Bee and wasp removal Maywood NJ: quick facts
| Maywood, NJ | |
|---|---|
| Who | Silver Bullet Pest Control — NJ License 90568B, over 15 years |
| Distance | Based in Garfield, about 10 to 15 minutes away |
| What we treat | Yellow jackets, bald-faced hornets, paper wasps, carpenter bees |
| Honey bees | Relocated with a local beekeeper, not exterminated |
| Same-day | Often available, not guaranteed; no round-the-clock line |
| Quote | Free |
| Language | Hablamos español |
Bee, wasp or hornet? How to tell what's at your house
| Insect | Looks like | Nest | How risky |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yellow jacket | Small, shiny, bright yellow and black | Hidden: in the ground or inside a wall | High — defends the nest hard, stings many times |
| Bald-faced hornet | Black and white, larger | Gray paper ball in a tree or shrub | High — very defensive near the nest |
| Paper wasp | Long legs that dangle in flight | Open umbrella comb under eaves and railings | Moderate — stings if the nest is bumped |
| Carpenter bee | Big, shiny black rear end | Round holes in wood | Low — males hover but can't sting |
| Honey bee | Fuzzy, golden brown | Swarm on a branch, or a colony in a wall | Low unless disturbed — and valuable |
More photos and tips: wasp, hornet and yellow jacket identification.
The nests we remove most in Maywood
Paper wasp nests
- Open, gray comb hanging from one stem
- Wasps with dangling legs near the porch light
- New nests started in spring under railings
Paper wasps are the most common nest on Maywood porches and eaves. Small spring nests are easy to deal with; by late summer a nest over a doorway can have dozens of wasps. We treat the nest and remove it.
Bald-faced hornet nests
- Gray, football-shaped paper nest
- Black-and-white hornets coming and going
- Often high in a tree or deep in a hedge
These nests grow all summer and can get as big as a basketball. They're very defensive, so don't knock them down with a stick or a hose. We treat the nest safely and remove it.
How we remove a wasp or hornet nest
Identify it first
From your photo or on site, we confirm what it is. Honey bees go to the beekeeper plan instead.
Treat the nest
The technician wears protective gear and treats the nest itself — in the ground, the wall void, the eave or the tree.
Remove what we can reach
Exposed nests come down once they're treated. Nests inside walls are treated through the entry hole.
Tell you what's next
A few returning wasps for a day or two is normal. We tell you when it's safe to use the area again.
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Carpenter bees in Maywood fascia, decks and porches
Every spring we hear the same thing from Maywood homeowners: big black bees hovering by the deck, and sawdust under a round hole in the fascia. Those are carpenter bees. They don't eat wood, but they tunnel into it to lay eggs, and they come back to the same boards year after year.
- Look for clean round holes about the size of a finger, with yellowish sawdust or staining below.
- Common spots: unpainted or weathered fascia, deck rails, porch ceilings, wood siding and fence rails.
- Side damage: woodpeckers often tear open the wood to get at the larvae.
We treat the tunnels, and painting or staining bare wood afterward makes it much less attractive. See carpenter bee control and carpenter bee vs. bumble bee.
A honey bee swarm in Maywood? Don't spray it
In late spring a honey bee colony sometimes splits and a swarm lands on a branch, fence or mailbox — a buzzing cluster the size of a football. Swarms are usually calm and move on within a day or so. Honey bees are important pollinators, and we don't exterminate them: we work with a local beekeeper who relocates swarms and colonies.
If the bees have moved into a wall or under siding and are staying, call us so we can arrange it. More: New Jersey beekeepers and who to call for bee removal.
Bee and wasp season in Maywood
| Months | What happens |
|---|---|
| April–May | Queens start small nests; carpenter bees drill new holes |
| June–July | Nests grow fast; honey bee swarms possible |
| August–September | Peak size; yellow jackets are most aggressive around food and trash |
| October–November | Colonies die off after hard frosts; only new queens hibernate |
Old nests are rarely reused. See where yellow jackets go in winter.
What affects the cost of bee and wasp removal in Maywood
| Factor | Why it changes the price |
|---|---|
| Type of insect | An open paper wasp nest is simpler than yellow jackets in a wall |
| Where the nest is | Ground level vs. a second-story eave or high in a tree |
| How many nests | Several nests around the house on one visit |
| Carpenter bee holes | How many boards and how many holes need treating |
The quote is free. Background: wasp nest removal cost.
Free bee and wasp quote in Maywood
Send a photo from a safe distance and tell us where the nest is. We'll tell you what it is and often get there the same day — in English or Spanish.
Why Maywood calls Silver Bullet
- Same-day appointments often available
- Licensed: NJ License 90568B
- Honey bees relocated with a beekeeper
- Carpenter bee treatment for decks and trim
- Based in Garfield, about 10 to 15 minutes away
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Maywood bee and wasp questions
Who does wasp and bee removal in Maywood, NJ?
Silver Bullet Pest Control, a licensed exterminator (NJ License 90568B) based in Garfield about 10 to 15 minutes away. Call or text 973-510-2585 for a free quote.
Can you come today for a wasp nest?
Often, yes. Same-day appointments are often available, though not guaranteed. We don't offer round-the-clock service.
Should I spray the nest myself?
For a tiny paper wasp nest started in spring, maybe. Yellow jackets in the ground or a wall and hornet nests are much more dangerous to spray — call us.
There are yellow jackets going into my wall. Should I plug the hole?
No. Blocked yellow jackets can chew through drywall into your house. Leave the hole open and let us treat the nest.
Do you kill honey bees?
No. We work with a local beekeeper who relocates honey bee swarms and colonies.
Do carpenter bees sting?
Males hover and act aggressive but can't sting. Females can, but rarely do. The real problem is the tunnels in your wood.
Will the wasps come back to the same nest?
Not usually. A treated nest dies off, and nests aren't reused the next year, though new queens may build nearby.
Is it safe for my kids and pets after treatment?
Yes, once we tell you the area is clear. Keep kids and pets away from the nest area until then.
Someone in my family is allergic. What should we do?
Keep them away from the area, and have their doctor's plan and medication ready. Tell us when you call so we can schedule quickly.
How much does wasp nest removal cost in Maywood?
It depends on the insect, where the nest is and how many there are. The quote is free.
¿Quitan nidos de avispas en Maywood?
Sí. Quitamos nidos de avispas, avispones y chaquetas amarillas, y las abejas de miel van con un apicultor. Llame o mande un texto al 973-510-2585; hablamos español.
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Updated November 2026 by the Silver Bullet Pest Control team, Garfield, NJ • NJ License 90568B