Eaves & Overhangs

Protected areas under roof eaves, porch ceilings, and building overhangs.

Medium Priority

Why Pests Are Found Here

Paper wasps and mud daubers build exposed nests on protected horizontal and vertical surfaces. Sheltered from rain, close to building for hunting prey.

Inspection Tips

Inspect all protected horizontal surfaces, check corners where beams meet, look for paper or mud nests, examine in early morning or evening.

Associated Pests

3 pests commonly found in this location

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Common NameScientific NameCategory
Yellow JacketVespula spp.Stinging Insects
Paper WaspPolistes spp.Stinging Insects
Mud DauberSceliphron spp.Stinging Insects
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