TERRO Announces New Wasp & Hornet Killer

In early spring, wasps and hornets begin to emerge from hibernation.  Their painful stings strike fear in many, but there is now an easy and effective way to kill these dreaded pests. TERRO, a leader in DIY pest control products, introduces TERRO Wasp & Hornet Killer, an entrapping foam spray that coats nests for a complete kill.  For outdoor and indoor use, the aerosol can has a powerful jet spray that can reach nests up to 20 feet away. The entrapping foam kills wasps and hornets inside the nest as well as any returning.

“The cool thing about this product is that it can literally go the distance,” says Stew Clark, Director of Research at TERRO. “Nests are often located in hard to reach places. Our new Wasp & Hornet Killer jet spray shoots up to 20 feet, keeping the user a safe distance away from the nest and reducing the fear of being stung.”

Wasp and hornet nests are often found outdoors under eaves, near windows, doors, patios, carports and outdoor play areas.   Indoors, nests are commonly found in attics.  TERRO Wasp & Hornet Killer can be used anywhere nests are built and where food is not exposed.

“Wherever insects are noticed, stand a safe distance from the nest and spray until the surface is moist. The insects will fall to the ground and die,” says Clark.  To prevent wasps from entering your home, Clark recommends spraying around areas where they can enter, including gaps around outdoor plumbing and vents, cracks or crevices in foundations and along sills and ledges.

“The best time to spray is at sunrise or dusk when insects are least active, “advises Clark. “Spray the opening of the nest until soaked and then spray the rest of the nest.  The entrapping foam will remain on the nest to kill insects that return. Wait at least 24 hours before removing the nest.”