Wasp nest removal in Michigan starts at $209. The same starting price applies to a yellow jacket ground nest, a bald-faced hornet football nest in a tree, a paper wasp nest under an eave, or a cicada-killer burrow in a lawn. Carpenter bee treatment is $255+ because it covers wood-damage areas across the entire structure. Every BTR stinging-insect service includes a 90-day warranty.
One Starting Price Across Most Wasps and Hornets
| Service | Starting Price | Warranty |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow Jacket Treatment | $209 | 90-day |
| Bald-Faced Hornet Treatment | $209 | 90-day |
| Nest Elimination (paper wasp, ground wasp, sand wasp, digger wasp) | $209 | 90-day |
| Cicada Killer Treatment | $209 | 90-day |
| Carpenter Bee Treatment | $255+ | 90-day |
See the full BTR stinging-insect service page for treatment details.
What BTR's $209 Wasp Treatment Includes
BTR uses two commercial-grade chemicals on every wasp, hornet, and yellow jacket nest:
- Kill-on-contact spray applied directly into the nest opening or onto the nest itself — floods the colony and kills the queen, the worker population, and larvae inside.
- Residual chemical sprayed around the entire area for the workers that were out foraging when the kill-on-contact was applied. Returning workers contact the residual and die before they can rebuild.
For bald-faced hornets, BTR also physically removes the nest. The 90-day warranty means that if the same nest re-establishes inside the window, BTR comes back free.
Why Carpenter Bees Cost More ($255+)
Carpenter bees do not build a single visible nest like wasps and hornets — they drill into wood across a structure. BTR's $255+ carpenter bee treatment covers the foundation, windows, door frames, fascia boards, gutter runs, decks, and any other wood accents of properties under 4,000 sq ft. It is a building-wide treatment, not a single-nest job, which is what the higher price reflects. 90-day warranty applies.
Why You Should Never DIY a Large or In-Ground Nest
Yellow jacket colonies hit 4,000 to 5,000 workers by late August. An in-ground nest hides hundreds of defenders that strike when the ground is disturbed. Bald-faced hornets sting repeatedly and aggressively defend their nests within 6 to 10 feet. Retail wasp sprays often agitate without eliminating the queen, leaving a more aggressive colony in place. The professional kill-on-contact + residual protocol takes down the colony in a single visit. If anyone in the household has a sting allergy, professional treatment is not optional.
When Wasp Removal Costs Go Up
- Multiple separate nests — each is treated as its own service
- Nests in hard-to-reach locations (high ladders, wall voids, attic eaves)
- Carpenter bee work (different scope, $255+)
- Properties over 4,000 sq ft for carpenter bee treatment
When Is the Best Time to Schedule Wasp Removal?
The cheapest wasp removal is the one done in May, when nests are still tiny and a few weeks old. By August in Michigan, yellow jacket colonies peak at 4,000+ workers and the same nest is far more dangerous to treat (though still $209 with BTR). Schedule early.
Wasp Removal Cost FAQ
How much does wasp nest removal cost in Michigan?
BTR wasp nest removal in Michigan starts at $209. The same starting price applies to yellow jacket nests, bald-faced hornet nests, paper wasp nests, generic ground wasps, and cicada killers. Carpenter bee treatment is $255+ because it covers the whole structure. All services include a 90-day warranty.
Is yellow jacket removal more expensive than other wasps?
No. BTR prices yellow jacket, bald-faced hornet, paper wasp, ground wasp, sand wasp, digger wasp, and cicada killer treatment at the same $209 starting price. Carpenter bee treatment is the exception at $255+ because of its building-wide scope.
Why is carpenter bee treatment more expensive?
Carpenter bees drill into wood across the entire structure rather than building one visible nest. BTR carpenter bee treatment covers the foundation, windows, door frames, fascia boards, gutter runs, decks, and other wood accents of properties under 4,000 sq ft. The $255+ price reflects the building-wide scope.
When is the best time to schedule wasp removal?
The cheapest in effort and risk is May, when nests are small and a few weeks old. By August in Michigan, yellow jacket colonies peak at 4,000 to 5,000 workers and are at their most aggressive. The price is the same year-round, but earlier is safer and easier.
What's included in the 90-day warranty?
If the same treated nest re-establishes within 90 days, BTR returns and re-treats it free. A new nest somewhere else on the property is a separate service. The warranty applies to yellow jacket, bald-faced hornet, paper wasp, nest elimination, cicada killer, and carpenter bee treatments.
Can BTR remove an in-ground wasp nest?
Yes. Yellow jacket ground nests are among the most common BTR call types. The kill-on-contact chemical floods the burrow, kills the queen and brood, and the residual catches returning foragers. In-ground nests are the most dangerous to DIY and the most important to call a professional for.
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