Wasp Nest Removal Cost Calculator (2026)
By Marcus Ellery, Pest Control Editor · Updated July 2026
Wasp nest removal costs about $100 to $400 for an accessible nest, with most homeowners paying around $375 to $525. Two things move the number: where the nest is and what kind of wasp built it. A paper-wasp nest under an eave is quick and cheap; a yellowjacket colony — aggressive and often underground or inside a wall — runs $500 to $1,300. High or hidden nests add labor, and multiple nests add up. Estimate yours below.
Estimate your cost
Yellowjackets and bald-faced hornets are the most aggressive and costly.
Additional nests on the same visit cost less than the first.
Pricing swings with local labor costs and demand.
Estimated wasp nest removal cost
$175 – $650
Most homeowners pay around $400
Cost breakdown
- Paper wasp / red wasp / mud dauber$250
- 1 × ~$100$100
- High eave or second story×1.15
Planning estimate based on 2026 national price data — not a quote. Get local quotes to confirm.
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What drives your wasp nest removal cost
- Species: paper wasps are cheap; yellowjackets and bald-faced hornets cost the most.
- Location and height: high eaves need ladders; wall and ground nests are harder to reach.
- Inside a wall: opening and repairing the structure adds carpentry to the removal.
- Number of nests: extra nests on one visit cost less than the first but still add up.
- Aggression and season: active late-summer colonies are larger and riskier to remove.
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Ways to save
- Knock out a small, accessible paper-wasp nest early before the colony grows.
- Have all visible nests treated on one visit to avoid repeat trip charges.
- Leave yellowjacket and wall nests to a pro — DIY often triggers dangerous swarms.
- Seal wall and soffit gaps after removal so wasps do not rebuild in the same spot.
- Get a quote that specifies height and access, so a high nest is not re-billed as an add-on.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does wasp nest removal cost in 2026?
Removing an accessible wasp nest costs about $100–$400, with most jobs averaging $375–$525. Aggressive yellowjackets, or nests inside a wall or underground, run higher — up to $1,300.
Why are yellowjackets more expensive than paper wasps?
Yellowjackets are aggressive and often nest underground or inside walls, so removal is riskier and more labor-intensive. Their nests commonly run $500–$1,300 versus $100–$400 for an accessible paper-wasp nest.
Does nest height change the price?
Yes. A nest under a low eave is quick, while a second-story or hard-to-reach nest needs a ladder or lift — often adding roughly $5–$10 per foot above the first story.
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