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[EM Pest Control](https://empestcontrol.com/blog/author/em-pest-control) Share On: [facebook-f icon](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://empestcontrol.com/blog/why-are-wasps-building-nests-around-my-house) [Share this page on Twitter](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://empestcontrol.com/blog/why-are-wasps-building-nests-around-my-house) [Share this page on Facebook](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://empestcontrol.com/blog/why-are-wasps-building-nests-around-my-house) You step outside to enjoy your yard and suddenly notice several wasps flying around the same corner of your home. Maybe they're disappearing behind your siding, under the eaves, or into a small hole in the ground. If you're wondering why they chose your property, you're not alone. Every summer, homeowners, renters, parents, and property managers across **Long Island** ask us the same question: **"Why are wasps building nests around my house?"** The answer usually comes down to a combination of shelter, food, water, and the right nesting location. Understanding what attracts wasps can help you recognize a problem early and reduce the chances of a small nest becoming a much larger colony. ![Active wasp nest attached beneath the soffit of a residential home in Amityville, NY.](https://empestcontrol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Wasp%20Nest%20in%20East%20Meadow%2c%20NY.webp?width=1200&height=630&name=Wasp%20Nest%20in%20East%20Meadow%2c%20NY.webp) ## Jump to a Section 1. [Why Are Wasps Building Nests Around My House?](https://empestcontrol.com/blog/why-are-wasps-building-nests-around-my-house#nest) 2. [What Attracts Wasps to My Property?](https://empestcontrol.com/blog/why-are-wasps-building-nests-around-my-house#attraction) 3. [Where Do Wasps Commonly Build Nests?](https://empestcontrol.com/blog/why-are-wasps-building-nests-around-my-house#where) 4. [Why Do Wasps Seem More Aggressive in Late Summer?](https://empestcontrol.com/blog/why-are-wasps-building-nests-around-my-house#active) 5. [How Can I Help Prevent Wasps from Building Nests?](https://empestcontrol.com/blog/why-are-wasps-building-nests-around-my-house#prevention) 6. [When Should I Call a Professional Wasp Exterminator?](https://empestcontrol.com/blog/why-are-wasps-building-nests-around-my-house#contact) ## Why Are Wasps Building Nests Around My House? Wasps don't randomly choose a place to build a nest. They're constantly searching for locations that provide protection from the weather, easy access to food and water, and a safe place to raise their colony. Once a queen finds a suitable location in the spring, she begins building a small nest and raising the first generation of worker wasps. As the colony grows throughout the summer, so does the number of wasps you see flying around your property. Many [homes on Long Island](https://empestcontrol.com/where-we-service) naturally provide the conditions wasps are looking for. Roof overhangs, soffits, sheds, decks, wall voids, and even abandoned rodent burrows can all become suitable nesting locations. Once a queen establishes a nest, worker wasps continue expanding the colony throughout the season, which is why activity often becomes more noticeable as summer progresses. ## What Attracts Wasps to My Property? Wasps are constantly searching for the resources they need to build and support a growing colony. A property that provides shelter, food, water, and suitable nesting locations is much more likely to attract wasps than one that doesn't. In many cases, homeowners don't realize they're providing these resources until wasp activity becomes obvious. Some of the most common things that attract wasps include: - Flowering plants that produce nectar - Outdoor garbage and recycling containers - Pet food left outside - Fallen fruit beneath trees - Sweet drinks and food left on patios or decks - Standing water in bird baths, buckets, or clogged gutters - Protected areas such as soffits, decks, sheds, fences, and wall voids One thing we often notice during inspections is that homeowners focus on where they're seeing the wasps instead of **what's attracting them**. A nest may be under the eaves, but the food source could be a nearby garbage can, outdoor dining area, or fruit tree. Finding both the nest and what's supporting the colony is an important part of helping reduce future activity. ## Where Do Wasps Commonly Build Nests Around Homes? The location depends on the species, but wasps generally look for protected areas that offer shelter from the weather and are less likely to be disturbed. Some build exposed paper nests beneath roof overhangs, while others prefer hidden spaces inside walls or even underground. Learning [**how to identify different types of wasp nests**](https://empestcontrol.com/blog/how-to-identify-wasp-nests-around-your-home) can also provide clues about which species you're dealing with and where they prefer to nest.  Some of the most common nesting locations include: - Under soffits and roof eaves - Behind shutters - Inside wall voids - Beneath decks and porches - Around outdoor light fixtures - Inside sheds and detached garages - In children's playsets - Inside shrubs and dense landscaping - Underground in abandoned rodent burrows ![Paper wasp nests built beneath a residential roof overhang](https://empestcontrol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Wasp%20nest%20at%20house.jpg?width=600&height=400&name=Wasp%20nest%20at%20house.jpg) The nest isn't always located where you're seeing the most wasp activity. Wasps often travel back and forth between food sources and the nest, so the area where you notice them may be several feet away from where the colony is actually established. ## Why Do Wasps Seem More Active in Late Summer? Many people feel like wasps suddenly appear in August, but the colony has usually been growing for months. A single queen starts the nest in the spring, raises the first group of worker wasps, and those workers gradually take over building the nest and caring for the colony. By late summer, there are simply more worker wasps leaving and returning to the nest each day. That increase in activity makes the colony much easier to notice, even though it may have been present since early in the season. ## How Can I Help Prevent Wasps from Building Nests? While it's not possible to prevent every wasp from visiting your property, making your home less attractive to nesting queens can help reduce the chances of a colony becoming established. Small changes made throughout the season can also make it easier to spot new nests before they grow larger. Some ways to help reduce the likelihood of wasps nesting around your property include: - Keeping garbage and recycling containers closed - Cleaning up outdoor food and drink spills - Picking up fallen fruit beneath trees - Repairing damaged soffits or siding - Sealing gaps around exterior openings where appropriate - Regularly inspecting sheds, decks, playsets, and other protected areas Taking a few minutes to inspect your property from time to time can help you notice new nesting activity earlier, when colonies are typically smaller and easier to locate. For more practical tips, see our guide on [**how to help prevent wasp nests around your home**](https://empestcontrol.com/blog/how-to-prevent-wasps-from-building-nests-around-your-long-island-home). ## When Should I Call a Professional Wasp Exterminator? Not every wasp sighting means you need professional treatment. It's common to see individual wasps foraging for food, especially during the summer. However, if you regularly notice wasps flying to the same location or you've identified an active nest on your property, it's usually worth having the situation evaluated. Some nests are easy to see, while others are hidden inside wall voids, beneath decks, or underground. If you're unsure where the activity is coming from, a professional inspection can help identify the source and determine the most appropriate approach. Learn more about our [**Wasp Control** services](https://empestcontrol.com/pest-control-wasps) if you're dealing with recurring wasp activity around your home. 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