Wasp Nest Removal for Landlords and Rental Properties in Matfield
Knowing what to expect on the day makes the visit quicker and less stressful for tenants, landlords and agents alike.
Before the technician arrives
A little preparation makes the visit smoother. The technician needs to find the nest, reach it safely and deal with it, and everything that helps with the first two is worth doing. Most of it falls to the tenant, with the landlord or agent coordinating.
Confirm the day and window with the tenant, and make sure they know who is coming. The business is open seven days a week and offers same-day service, evening and weekend appointments, so there is usually an option that suits the household.
Wasp Exterminator Kent covers Matfield and surrounding villages, for homes and commercial premises. The technician is fully insured and qualified, and the job is a fixed £120 per nest.
One more thing worth doing is to give the tenant a straight account of how long they should expect to be inconvenienced. The business cannot promise a time of arrival, but it can usually tell you a window when you book. Pass it on, and be clear about what you do not know.
A short preparation list
Share this list with the tenant a day before the visit. Everything on it can be done without going near the nest.
- Make sure the technician can get to the nest: unlock the side gate, clear a path to a shed or garage door.
- Keep children and pets indoors, or in another part of the property, during the visit.
- Close windows and doors near the nest.
- Move cars, garden furniture or bicycles that are in the way, if this can be done at a safe distance.
- Have a phone nearby, in case the technician wants to ask a question or confirm details.
If the nest is indoors, clear the room or loft hatch as far as possible beforehand, but only if the tenant can do it without approaching the nest.
Take a photograph of the way things look before the visit, from a safe distance, if it is easy to do so. It helps if there is a later question about what was moved or changed on the day.
If anyone in the household has a sting allergy, make sure the booking mentioned it, and make sure the person concerned is somewhere they feel safe during the visit. Some prefer to be out of the property altogether, and that is entirely reasonable.
What the technician does when they arrive
The technician will introduce themselves, locate the nest and check the situation. They may ask the tenant a few questions: when the wasps were first seen, whether anyone has been stung, whether there are any other nests. The nest is then treated. We do not describe the method here, because the details are for the technician to explain, but you can ask them anything on the day.
After the visit, the technician will tell the tenant what to expect and what to do. Whether the empty nest can be taken down is something to ask at booking, and the technician can discuss it. Nobody should attempt to remove a nest themselves.
The visit is described as one visit guaranteed. If wasps continue to use the nest afterwards, tell the business promptly.
If the technician needs to go into a loft or a cupboard, they will say so. They may ask for a torch to be provided or for clutter to be moved. The more clearly the tenant describes the position of the nest beforehand, the less time is spent searching. A tenant who has watched the wasps for a few minutes can often point to the exact gap.
The technician may also give advice on what to look out for in the following days, and whom to contact if anything seems wrong. Write it down if you are the tenant, or ask the tenant to pass it on if you are the landlord.
The landlord’s role on the day
You do not have to be there, but you should be reachable. If the technician finds something unexpected, such as a second nest, they may ring to let you know. An additional nest on the same property is £60 extra, and a quick yes from you avoids a second trip.
It helps to give the business your number as well as the tenant’s. Book by phoning 01622 410 019, or use the online booking form on the contact page. If the tenant is not able to be in, make sure the technician knows how to reach the nest, and that the tenant has agreed.
Payment and paperwork
The price is fixed, with no call-out charge and nothing extra for the time of day or the location. Agree beforehand who is paying. If the tenant is paying and expects to be reimbursed, it is worth confirming that with them before the visit, in writing.
Whoever pays, ask for the invoice to show the property address and the date. Who must bear the cost depends on the tenancy agreement, which we cannot interpret, so check it if there is any doubt.
For commercial premises, ask for the invoice to be made out to the right business name, and keep a copy for your accounts.
If you pay by card or transfer, keep the confirmation. A single folder for each property, containing invoices and messages, makes year-end paperwork much less painful.
After the technician has gone
Ask the tenant to let you know that the visit took place, and to watch for any remaining activity over the next few days. Wasps returning to the nest in the first hours do not necessarily mean the job has failed, but if you see sustained activity after a day or two, tell the business.
Send a thank you to the tenant. A short message appreciating their help with access and their patience goes a long way. File the invoice and the message with the property records, and note the date for next season’s check in late April.
Wasps on your property in Matfield?
Fixed price £120 per nest, no call-out charge, same-day service available.