Wasp Nests Under Roof Tiles – A Common Problem for Rowton Homes
When wasps are going in and out of the roof, it is natural to ring a roofer, but the nest and the roof are two separate jobs and the order matters.
Two problems, two trades
A wasp nest under the tiles is a pest problem in a building problem. The wasps need to be dealt with by someone who treats them. The gap they used needs to be put right by someone who repairs roofs. Mixing them up wastes time and can make matters worse.
A roofer is skilled at tiles, felt, boards and gutters. A wasp technician is skilled at dealing with the colony. The business behind this page treats wasps. It does not carry out roof repairs.
It is common to ring the roofer first, because the problem is in the roof. In this case, the better first call is the technician.
There is a good reason why the two trades are kept apart. The wasp technician is trained to approach a defended nest in a controlled way, and the roofer's training is in tiles and timber. Each works best when the other has done their part.
That said, nothing stops you telling the roofer about the wasps when you ring. An honest description saves a wasted visit.
Both trades are, in their own ways, essential to a sound roof. The aim of this page is only to put them in the right order.
Why the order matters
A roofer who arrives while the nest is active will meet the colony at close range, working at height with tools in hand. Many tradespeople will quite reasonably decline to start until the wasps have gone.
Equally, a roofer who seals the gap while the nest is alive may drive the wasps into the house. That is exactly the situation the technician is called to avoid.
So the sensible sequence is: treat the nest, wait for the wasps to settle, then repair the roof.
A further reason to treat first is that you do not know where the nest sits. The visible entrance may be some distance from the nest, and a roofer who lifts tiles in the wrong place can expose the colony.
Waiting a few days after treatment also gives the roofer a calmer job.
Households sometimes pay a roofer to come twice because the first visit had to be cancelled when the wasps were found. Treating the nest first prevents that wasted trip.
If a roofer is already booked, tell them about the wasps in advance and ask whether the date should move.
What the technician does
The technician is qualified and fully insured, and the treatment is safe and effective. They look at where wasps are entering, deal with the nest and leave the roof as they found it. One visit is guaranteed.
They do not replace tiles, fix felt or mend boards. If they notice a gap or a loose tile, they may mention it, but the repair is for a roofer.
You can ask at booking whether the empty nest can be taken down.
Their visit is simple and short. You do not need to bring any equipment, and you do not need to go on the roof or near the entrance.
The price for this work is the same wherever the nest sits, and a second nest on the same property is priced separately at £40 each.
What to tell the roofer afterwards
When you book a repair, give the roofer a few useful facts.
- That there was a wasp nest and roughly where it was.
- The date it was treated.
- Where you saw the wasps entering.
- That the nest may still be in place if it was not taken down.
- Anything else you noticed about the roof edge.
A short wait after treatment is sensible, so that stragglers do not trouble the repairer.
Ask the roofer to check the neighbouring tiles and the boards along the same stretch of roof edge, in case other gaps could be used in future. That is a sensible precaution for next spring.
It is also fair to ask the roofer to give an idea of the likely scale of the repair before they start.
Price and booking
A nest is treated for £80 flat, however high up it is. An extra nest found on the same site is £40 flat, and there is still no call-out charge. No extra is added for height, location or time of day. The business covers homes and commercial properties in Rowton and nearby, works seven days a week and offers same-day service.
Contact the business by phone on 07916 322 280, or by the online form. If anyone at home is allergic to stings, say so first so the booking can be prioritised. Evening and weekend appointments are available.
If wasps return in a few days, contact the business. One visit is guaranteed, and describing what you see will help.
Insurance, tenancy and responsibility
People often ask who pays for what. This page cannot answer that. If you rent your home, check your tenancy agreement. If you have a buildings policy, check what it says about roof repairs and pest treatment, because the outcome depends on the wording.
What is certain is that the wasp treatment and the roof repair are separate jobs with separate people.
After the technician has gone, sweep up any dead wasps into a sealed bag and keep the area clear for a day or so.
Keep the paperwork or messages from both the technician and the roofer together, in case you need them for a landlord, agent or insurer.
If you are the tenant, tell your landlord or agent about the nest as soon as you can, so the right person can arrange the roof repair. Who pays is a question for your agreement.
Wasps on your property in Rowton?
Fixed price £80 per nest, no call-out charge, same-day service available.