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A wasp or hornet nest by your door, on the fire escape, or in a wall is not a problem to poke at with a store-bought can — that is exactly how people end up with multiple stings. New York Exterminating removes stinging-insect nests safely, eliminates the whole colony, and identifies the insect first so honeybees get relocated rather than killed. The work is led by an Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE) trained on stinging insects and licensed in structural pest control, with 24/7 emergency response across the five boroughs.
The first decision is what you actually have, because the right response differs sharply. Yellowjackets, paper wasps, and hornets (bald-faced and European) are aggressive nest-defenders that sting repeatedly — these we treat and remove. Honeybees are valuable pollinators, and when it is a genuine honeybee colony the correct, responsible move is relocation by a beekeeper, not extermination. People also confuse harmless lookalikes — carpenter bees and cicada killers — for dangerous wasps; those have their own pages. We confirm the species (a photo often does it) and handle each appropriately, so you never pay to exterminate a beneficial colony or under-react to an aggressive one.
Disturbing a nest provokes the colony to defend in numbers, and that is when stings happen. It is worse in the city: nests under eaves and cornices, on shared fire escapes and ledges, and inside wall voids are common, and sealing a wall nest’s entrance drives trapped wasps inward into the living space. In attached buildings a single nest on a shared structure threatens several units. Professional removal eliminates the entire colony at the source and removes the accessible nest so it cannot be reoccupied — safely, and without turning a back deck into a swarm.
1. Identify. We confirm wasp vs. hornet vs. honeybee and assess the risk and location.
2. Treat the colony. We eliminate the colony at the nest or void entry — the whole population, not just the surface.
3. Remove the nest. We remove the accessible nest so it cannot be reoccupied or attract other pests.
4. Prevent. We point out what drew them to the spot and how to discourage a new nest next season — or arrange beekeeper relocation for honeybees.
Related services: Emergency Pest Control, Carpenter Bee Control, and Cicada Killer Control.
Yes — 24/7 response, prioritizing nests in high-traffic areas and situations where someone has been stung or is allergic.
Yes — a true honeybee colony is relocated by a beekeeper whenever possible, not exterminated.
Often yes — email a clear photo and we can usually tell you the species and urgency before arriving.
It can be. A nest by a doorway, on a fire escape, near where children or pets play, or anywhere someone has already been stung is urgent — especially if anyone in the building has a sting allergy, where a single sting can be life-threatening. Yellowjackets and hornets also defend their nests aggressively in groups. If the nest is in a high-traffic spot or someone is allergic, do not wait; call and we will prioritize it.
No. Disturbing a wasp or hornet nest — spraying a store can, hitting it, or sealing the entrance — provokes the colony to defend en masse and is how most multiple-sting incidents happen. Nests inside walls are especially dangerous to seal, because trapped wasps chew inward into the living space. Professional removal protects you from a swarm and makes sure the whole colony is handled.
It matters a great deal. Wasps and hornets (yellowjackets, paper wasps, bald-faced and European hornets) are aggressive nest-defenders and are treated and removed. Honeybees are valuable pollinators — whenever it is a true honeybee colony, the right move is relocation by a beekeeper, not extermination. We identify the insect first and handle it accordingly; sending a photo lets us tell you what you are dealing with before we arrive.
Under eaves, soffits, and roof overhangs; on fire escapes, balconies, and window ledges; inside wall voids and attic spaces; in shrubs and trees; and in the ground for some yellowjackets. In dense neighborhoods a nest on a shared fire escape or cornice affects multiple units at once, which is why we treat the whole colony, not just the visible nest.
We eliminate the colony and remove the accessible nest so it cannot be reoccupied and does not attract other pests. For void and wall nests we treat the colony at the entry and ensure it is fully knocked down. We also point out what attracted them and how to keep the spot from being chosen again next season.
Yes. Stinging insects are one of our most common urgent calls in summer, and we offer 24/7 response across the five boroughs, prioritizing nests in high-traffic areas and situations where someone has been stung or is allergic.
New York Exterminating, Inc.
1115 E 13th St, Brooklyn, NY 11230
ACE-Certified · Licensed in Structural & Food-Establishment Pest Control · Serving all five boroughs
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Our expertise goes beyond simple extermination. Backed by certified specialists and proven methods, we combine science, precision, and care to deliver pest solutions that last. Every treatment is designed with your safety, comfort, and environment in mind.
Many of our clients have remained with us since 2010, demonstrating strong trust and long-term satisfaction.
Licensed by NYSDEC – Reg. #15140
Serving property managers, senior facilities, shelters, affordable-housing programs, and businesses across NYC since 2010 — many long-term clients trust our work.
Botanical/organic options, German-cockroach elimination and rodent-exclusion programs, full bilingual support (EN/ES), plus a client portal with reports, photos, and chemical logs for total transparency.
NYSDEC Registered — Reg. #15140 — with fully licensed technicians (Jorge Bedoya, Tomas Cusati, Jason Mendoza). We follow all regulations for safe, legal treatments.
Led by an Associate Certified Entomologist (Jorge Bedoya) and technicians trained in urban entomology, we use IPM and proven methods for lasting results.
From first inspection to final follow-up, our science-based process ensures every pest problem is solved with precision, safety, and lasting protection
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Yes. We use eco-friendly and low-toxicity treatments designed to protect your family, pets, and the environment.
Yes. We offer bilingual services in English and Spanish to ensure clear communication and support for all our clients across New York City.
We proudly serve all five boroughs of New York City — Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, the Bronx, and Staten Island — as well as surrounding areas.
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