Yellow jackets have slimmer bodies, shiny black and yellow coloring, and no fuzzy hairs like bees. They are also more aggressive and often found scavenging human food.

Yes, yellow jacket stings are painful and can be dangerous, especially to people with allergies. Multiple stings can lead to serious health issues and require immediate medical attention.

Yellow jackets often build nests underground, in wall voids, attics, or bushes. Their nests are papery and can house thousands of aggressive wasps.

It is not recommended. Yellow jackets are aggressive defenders of their nest and may swarm if threatened. Professional pest control ensures safe and thorough removal.

Early summer is ideal, when the nest is smaller and easier to control. However, professional treatment is effective at any stage of infestation.