Getting Rid of Hornets
Paper wasp, yellow jacket and hornet nests are constructed of cellulose and saliva. They appear to be made from paper and are often located on trees or under the eaves of a house.
Removing a hornet nest can be an unsafe endeavor. Hornets are aggressive species and defend their colonies fiercely. In contrast to the bee, a hornet may sting multiple times without causing harm to itself. If a nest is located relatively far from human habitation, there may be no need to remove it. Most colonies perish entirely in winter and hornets help to control other pest populations.
If you locate a nest in or close to your home, removal should be attempted carefully. Although some species can be effectively treated with wasp and hornet spray, the process can be dangerous. Upon being sprayed, surviving specimens emerge from their nests in search of the source of attack. Nests are often built in elevated areas and may be hard to access. Hornets can be extremely aggressive and the removal of their nests is best left to professionals.