Bee & Wasp Control

Bee & Wasp Control in Marietta

41 Years Protecting Marietta Homes from Stinging Insects

Since 1984, SWAT Services has been the Marietta area’s trusted name for pest control, and that includes removing the stinging insects that make Georgia summers miserable. Our licensed, certified, and insured technicians handle bees, wasps, hornets, yellow jackets, and carpenter bees at both residential and commercial properties across Cobb County. We use Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques, which means we address the conditions driving pest activity, not just the nest you can see.

Georgia’s humid summers push stinging insect activity to its peak, and colonies grow fast. A small nest discovered in June can house thousands of insects by August. When that nest is tucked inside a wall void, under a deck, or in a soffit, the colony is hidden, and contact with your family becomes more likely. People with sting allergies face genuine medical risk when a colony sets up near living spaces. Acting early can be safer and simpler than waiting.

Ready to take back your yard? Call our Marietta team at (706) 607-6393 or reach us through our online contact form for a free home evaluation.

Why Marietta Homeowners Choose SWAT Services

Over 41 years of serving Cobb County means we’ve built long-term relationships with the people we serve. Reviewers regularly mention 10-year, 15-year, and 20-year tenures with our team. That kind of loyalty happens because we treat every service call as a conversation, not a transaction. Our technicians can walk homeowners through what they found, what the treatment involves, and what to watch for afterward.

We’ve earned a BBB A+ rating, Nextdoor Neighborhood Favorite recognition, and Best of East Cobb awards for 2024, 2025, and 2026. Those aren’t just plaques on the wall. They reflect tens of thousands of customers who keep calling us back.

As a one-stop shop for pest control and plumbing, we can catch overlapping problems that separate vendors miss. Stinging insects often enter structures through the same gaps surrounding plumbing access points. When we spot that connection, we can address both issues in a single visit.

Schedule a Free Bee & Wasp Evaluation in Marietta

Don’t let a colony grow through the season. SWAT Services offers free home evaluations so we can assess the situation, identify the species, and recommend a treatment plan that fits your property. Call us at (706) 607-6393 or use our online contact form to get started.

Common Stinging Insects Found Around Marietta Homes

Correct identification is the first step toward effective treatment. Different species nest differently, behave differently, and require different approaches. Here’s what you’re most likely to encounter in Cobb County.

Paper Wasps
Paper wasps build open, umbrella-shaped nests and favor sheltered spots like eaves, porch ceilings, and window frames. They’re common across Georgia and can sting if they feel the nest is threatened.

Yellow Jackets
Yellow jackets are among the most aggressive stinging insects in the region. They frequently nest underground or inside wall voids, and their defensiveness increases in late summer when colonies reach peak size. Locating the entrance before any treatment attempt is critical.

Hornets
Bald-faced hornets construct large, enclosed paper nests in trees or attached to structures. They can defend aggressively when disturbed, making professional removal a safer option.

Carpenter Bees
Carpenter bees rarely sting, but the damage they cause is cumulative. They bore into unpainted or weathered wood: fascia boards, deck rails, fence posts. Left unchecked across multiple seasons, their tunneling weakens structural wood. Effective treatment combines addressing active sites and sealing entry holes.

Bumble Bees
Bumble bees nest in the ground, dense vegetation, or abandoned burrows and are generally less aggressive than yellow jackets. They can sting if their nest is disturbed, and ground nests near high-traffic areas warrant professional attention.

Honey Bees
A honey bee swarm is temporary and mobile, but an established hive inside a structure is a different matter. The honeycomb and colony remnants must also be addressed to help reduce re-infestation risk and to avoid attracting secondary pests like wax moths or beetles into the void.

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What to Expect from Our Bee & Wasp Removal Process

Every bee removal visit from our team follows the same disciplined sequence: find the problem, identify it accurately, treat it appropriately, and assess the post-treatment activity. Here’s what that looks like for a Marietta homeowner.

Inspection: Our technician locates both visible and hidden nests, checking wall voids, attic spaces, soffits, and under decks before any treatment begins. You won’t get a spray-and-leave approach here.
Species Identification: Treatment method depends on what’s there. Wasps and yellow jackets are handled differently than honey bees, which may require live removal coordination rather than extermination.
Targeted Treatment: We apply the right method: liquid, dust, foam, or mechanical removal, directly to the nest and surrounding activity zone based on species, location, and severity.
Entry Point Assessment: After treatment, we walk you through any structural gaps or vulnerabilities where the insects gained access, so you know what to address to reduce the chance of a repeat problem.
Follow-Up When Needed: Yellow jackets and hornets sometimes require a second visit to assess colony activity after the initial treatment.

Our approach is grounded in IPM principles and tailored to your property, your pest history, and the specific species present. DIY sprays applied without knowing the nest location or species often scatter a colony rather than eliminate it, raising the immediate sting risk for everyone nearby.

Preventing Bees & Wasps Around Your Marietta Property

The best bee and wasp problem is the one that never develops. A few consistent habits can significantly reduce nesting opportunities and foraging activity around your home.

Seal Entry Points Early: Close gaps around eaves, soffits, fascia boards, and exterior utility penetrations before spring. Stinging insects scout for protected cavities as they establish new colonies.
Inspect Wood Annually: Check decks, fences, and unpainted wood each spring for carpenter bee boring holes. Seal inactive holes and treat active sites promptly to break the reproductive cycle before damage compounds.
Secure Food and Waste: Yellow jackets and wasps are attracted to protein and sugar. Keep outdoor food, sugary drinks, and garbage containers covered and sealed, especially during outdoor gatherings.
Reduce Attractants: Remove fallen fruit, manage compost piles, and eliminate standing water near the house to cut down on foraging activity.
Don’t Swat at a Nest: If you discover a nest, retreat calmly and cover your face. Swatting releases alarm pheromones that can prompt a defensive response from the colony.
Call a Professional for Enclosed Nests: Nests inside walls, attics, or other enclosed spaces can’t be reached safely with consumer sprays. Dead colony remnants left in place can attract secondary pests and can cause structural issues over time.

Spring is the most effective time to get ahead of stinging insect problems before colonies reach their summer peak. SWAT Services offers free evaluations that can identify nesting risks early before you’re dealing with a mature colony in July. Call (706) 607-6393 to schedule yours.

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