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Get to know Ehrlich, your local pest experts who’ve been protecting homes and businesses for generations.
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Stinging insects

Stinging Insect Articles

How to deter stinging insects from your home

Why are stinging insects and wasps attracted to my house? Take back your yard with these simple steps to prevent wasps and wasp nests.

Carpenter bees: Do they sting?

Carpenter bees tend to come out around the spring time, but do you need to be worried about them stinging? Our experts weigh in.

Do decoy wasp nests work?

Wondering if fake wasp nests keep wasps and hornets away? Learn why decoys don't work and how Ehrlich's experts remove nests.

Wasp species in the eastern U.S.

There are many different types of wasps, but are they all the same? The wasp experts from Ehrlich Pest Control give you the answers here.

What’s the most painful insect sting?

What are the most painful insect stings? The Schmidt Pain Index has all the information you need to know rating each sting on a scale of 0-4.

Bald-faced hornets: nests, stings, and more

Bald-faced hornets are the most common hornet found in the eastern US and it's important to know how they behave to identify them properly.

10 plants that repel bees and wasps

Want a sting-free summer? Explore 10 backyard plants that naturally repel bees and wasps. Click to read our guide and get expert pest control tips today.

Cicada killer wasps: what to know

Cicada killer wasps are not as well known as other wasps, but are unique because of their nests, stings, diet, and behavior.

The essential guide to wasps

Unlike bees, wasps are often feared and considered dangerous. Ehrlich Pest Control takes a look at the most common questions about wasps.

Where do wasps go in the winter?

During the winter months, it's rare to see pests like wasps. Which begs the question: Where do wasps go in the winter? Do they die? Find out!

10 common wasp questions

Are they wasps or hornets? Are wasps different than bees? See the answers to the most common questions about wasps and stinging insects.

How long do wasps live?

It might be tempting when you see a wasp nest to wait it out, but wasps do have a lifecycle. Our experts tell you how long wasps live.

How to keep bees away from my deck

It's hard to enjoy summer when bees are constantly buzzing around. Learn how to keep bees away from your deck and yard with our expert tips.