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Along the Battenkill River in Arlington, 18th-century homes face ongoing mud daubers pressure from the moisture-rich valley environment. From properties near covered bridges to homes throughout Bennington County, Purely Nature's Way provides natural mud daubers control that protects families and structures. Our technicians address both the infestation and the moisture conditions that attract mud daubers to Arlington properties.
About
Mud Daubers
Pests We Treat
Mud Daubers
Peak Season
Late Spring through Summer
Signs Of Infestation
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Distinctive mud tubes or pot-shaped nests on walls
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Long slender black or metallic blue wasps
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Paralyzed spiders stored in mud cells
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Abandoned nests with round exit holes
Our Treatment Approach
Natural-first solutions that actually work
Physical nest removal is usually sufficient since mud daubers are not aggressive. Nests are scraped off when unwanted. Botanical pyrethrin treatment for sensitive areas. We evaluate whether removal is actually necessary—these beneficial wasps control spiders effectively. Given Arlington's moisture conditions, we pay special attention to drainage and humidity control.
Prevention Tips
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Allow mud daubers when possible as they control spiders
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Remove nests from high-traffic areas
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Seal gaps where nesting is unwanted
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Reduce spider populations that attract them
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Keep garage doors closed
Frequently Asked Questions
Are mud daubers dangerous?
Mud daubers are solitary wasps that rarely sting even when handled. They're not aggressive and don't defend nests like social wasps. They're actually beneficial, preying heavily on spiders including black widows. Consider tolerating them in low-traffic areas.
Should I remove mud dauber nests?
Unless nests are in high-traffic areas or aesthetically problematic, mud daubers are beneficial neighbors. They effectively control spider populations. If removal is needed, simply scrape off the mud nest—the docile wasps won't attack.
Why do Arlington homes have more mud daubers problems?
Arlington's proximity to water creates humidity that mud daubers thrive in. We address both the immediate infestation and the underlying moisture conditions that attract these pests.
