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Eco-Friendly Methods
Licensed Professionals
Family & Pet Safe
5-Star Service
In Brownington, deep in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom, bald-faced hornets seek shelter from harsh winters in homes and outbuildings. From properties near the Old Stone House to homes throughout Orleans County, Purely Nature's Way provides natural bald-faced hornets control that protects families and structures. We create protective barriers between Brownington's forest environment and your living spaces.
About
Bald-faced Hornets
Pests We Treat
Bald-faced Hornets
Peak Season
Late Spring through Summer
Signs Of Infestation
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Large gray paper nests in trees or on buildings
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Football or basketball-sized enclosed nests
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Black and white hornets patrolling near nest
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Aggressive behavior when nest is approached
Our Treatment Approach
Natural-first solutions that actually work
Professional treatment is recommended due to aggressive colony defense. Botanical pyrethrin applied directly to nest at dusk when activity is lowest. Physical nest removal after treatment confirms elimination. We use protective equipment and proper technique. For Brownington's older structures, we inspect foundations and wall voids where pests commonly harbor.
Prevention Tips
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Avoid disturbing nests and keep distance
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Inspect property in early spring for new nests
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Remove attractants like fallen fruit
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Keep garbage tightly sealed
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Wear light-colored clothing outdoors
Frequently Asked Questions
Why shouldn't I remove a hornet nest myself?
Bald-faced hornets are highly aggressive when their nest is threatened and can sting repeatedly. Nests may contain 400+ hornets that swarm attackers. Falls from ladders while fleeing are common. Professional treatment with proper equipment is much safer.
What happens to hornet nests in winter?
Colonies die completely with hard frost. Only newly-mated queens survive by overwintering in protected locations. The paper nest deteriorates over winter. Queens start entirely new colonies each spring—they won't reuse old nests.
Are your bald-faced hornets treatments safe for Brownington farms?
Yes. We use botanical and natural methods that are safe around livestock, crops, and stored feed. Our IPM approach protects Brownington's agricultural operations while eliminating pest problems.
