Found a Wasp Nest in Your Loft in Pembury? Here's What to Do
When a household member is allergic to stings, the right moves are to keep distance from the nest, tell us early and know what an emergency looks like.
Why an allergy changes the plan
For most people a wasp sting is painful and passes. For someone with a known allergy, it can be far more serious. That alters how urgent a loft nest feels, and how carefully the household should behave while waiting for treatment.
If you live with someone who is allergic, treat the nest as a priority rather than a nuisance. The aim is not to panic but to remove the nest quickly and keep the person well away from wasps until then. The advice we are given by our client is simple: tell us about the allergy when you book, so that the appointment can be prioritised.
It is natural to feel anxious in this situation. A nest above your head is hard to ignore, and the person at risk may feel guilty for causing disruption. Reassure them that the plan is simple, and that the whole household is working to keep them safe.
Say so when you book
Mention the allergy at the start of the call or in the first line of the online form. You do not need to explain the details or the history. Simply say that someone in the household, or a family member who visits, is allergic to wasp stings. We will then do what we can to prioritise the booking.
We do not quote a response time, and we cannot promise one, but we offer same-day service and are open seven days a week, with evening and weekend appointments. The online form can also be used for emergency requests out of normal hours. Phone 01622 410 019 if you prefer to speak to someone.
Be matter-of-fact when you speak to us. A short opening line such as 'my daughter is allergic to wasp stings and we have a nest in the loft' tells us everything we need. We take it from there and do what we can to move the appointment forward.
Reducing contact with wasps
Meanwhile, the whole household can help to reduce the risk. These steps cost nothing.
- The allergic person stays on the ground floor, away from the rooms below the loft.
- The loft hatch stays shut and nobody goes up.
- Any room with wasps is closed off, and windows are opened to let strays out.
- Sweet food and drinks are covered, especially near windows.
- Shoes, bags and clothes are checked before use.
- The person avoids walking barefoot and avoids the garden near the roof edge.
If wasps are entering the person's bedroom, move them to another room. A temporary change is better than taking a chance.
If the allergic person works from home, consider whether they could work elsewhere for a day or two, or in a downstairs room with the door closed. Windows can be opened on the side of the house away from the nest. These are small adjustments, but they make a real difference to how safe and comfortable the household feels.
Know the signs of a serious reaction
Everyone in the house should know what an emergency looks like. For most stings, wash the area with soap and water, remove the sting if visible and use a cold pack. Call 999 straight away for swelling of the face, lips or throat, wheezing or difficulty breathing, dizziness or a widespread rash.
People with a known allergy should have discussed their plan with their GP, and should follow that advice. We cannot give medical advice on medication or dosing, and we would not want you to rely on anything we say instead of your own doctor. Make sure whoever is at home with the allergic person knows where any prescribed items are kept.
Keep a phone charged and close to hand. Make sure everyone in the house knows the address to give to the emergency services, and that someone can be at the door to guide help in. Practical preparations like these are worth the minute they take.
What happens on the day
The technician is fully insured and qualified, and will know about the allergy before arriving. Keep the allergic person in a room away from the hatch, ideally on a different floor, with the door closed, or arrange for them to be out of the house during the visit. If that is not possible, keep them downstairs and as far from the landing as possible.
The price is fixed: £120 for a nest and £60 for an additional nest on the same property, with no call-out charge and one visit guaranteed. We cover homes and commercial premises in Pembury and the villages around it.
Tell us if the allergic person is a visitor, such as a grandchild staying for the holidays, and when they are due. We may be able to time the visit before they arrive, and you can decide whether to delay the stay.
It can help to agree a simple household plan in advance: who phones, who stays with the allergic person, who meets the technician at the door and who keeps the other family members away from the landing. Everyone knowing their part makes the day calmer.
After treatment
Once the work is done, the technician will tell you when the person can move freely around the house again. Until then, stay out of the loft and landing. Clear dead wasps promptly with a vacuum or a brush and pan, ideally done by someone who is not allergic.
Check the places where wasps gathered: windowsills, curtains, light fittings and the hatch edge. If you find any in the days afterwards, remove them carefully. Even a dead wasp may sting if you press on it.
For next spring, keep an eye on the roofline from late April, and contact us promptly if you see a flight line. For a household with an allergy, early action matters even more.
Wasps on your property in Pembury?
Fixed price £120 per nest, no call-out charge, same-day service available.