Wasp nest removal costs $300 to $700 for most homeowners, with Angi and HomeAdvisor both publishing a $525 national average.1,2 Fixr publishes a $390 national average within a $325 to $450 range.3 A small, accessible nest can cost as little as $100, while large or hard-to-reach infestations can reach $1,300.1,2 Prices below are national averages*.
*National averages, not local quotes. Angi figures are from a 2026 guide updated October 2026, HomeAdvisor figures are from a 2025-data guide updated June 2026, and Fixr figures are from a guide updated January 2025. Your price depends on wasp species, nest location and size, and any repair work needed afterward.
Safety note: the CDC’s National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health states that people allergic to bee, wasp, or hornet venom may experience anaphylaxis, a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that requires immediate emergency care.4
$525
national average (Angi/HomeAdvisor)
$300–$700
typical range (Angi/HomeAdvisor)
$390
national average (Fixr, 2025)
$325–$450
average range (Fixr, 2025)
What the sources say
| Source | Headline figures | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Angi (updated Oct 2026) | $525 national average; most pay $300 – $700; as low as $100 for a small nest and up to $1,300 for larger or harder-to-reach infestations | Nest size tiers: small $250, medium $500, large $1,000 |
| HomeAdvisor (2025 data, updated Jun 2026) | $525 average; same $300 – $700 normal range; same $100 – $1,300 extremes | Corporate sibling of Angi – matching figures alone don’t establish independent corroboration |
| Fixr (updated Jan 2025) | $390 national average; average range $325 – $450; low-end $160; high-end $750 | Initial exterminator visit (inspection and treatment) $125 – $200; follow-up visits $100 or more |
The sibling pair publishes identical headline figures, presented as published. Fixr’s figures are separately published and older (January 2025), with no shared sourcing stated. All three publishers state that free wasp removal is rare, unlike bee removal – HomeAdvisor notes some municipalities may offer free or low-cost removal.
Cost by type of wasp
| Type | Angi/HomeAdvisor (matching) | Fixr (2025, starting price) |
|---|---|---|
| Paper wasp | $100 – $200 | $400 |
| Hornet | $300 – $400 | $450 |
| Mud dauber | $300 – $400 | $300 |
| Red wasp | $310 – $400 (Angi only) | $325 |
| Yellow jacket | $500 – $750 (HomeAdvisor only) | $700 |
| Bald-faced hornet | $625 – $750 (HomeAdvisor only) | $625 |
The sibling columns are ranges while Fixr publishes starting prices, so the presentations are not directly comparable; every row diverges and is presented as published, with no conclusion about why they differ.
Cost by nest location
| Location | Angi (2026) | Fixr (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Attic | $300 – $500 | $325 – $450 |
| Chimney | $400 – $600 | $475 – $600 |
| Inside walls | $250 – $800 | $350 – $875 |
| Trees | $200 – $600 | not listed |
All three shared locations diverge between the two separately published pages and are presented as published. Fixr notes a surcharge of $25 or more when attic access exceeds 10 feet. HomeAdvisor does not publish a location table.
Cost by removal method
| Method | Angi/HomeAdvisor (matching) | Fixr (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Aerosol treatment | $125 – $150+ | starts at $125 (natural or plant-based products from $150) |
| Dusting | $200+ | starts at $200 |
| Vacuuming | $250+ | starts at $250 |
| Full extermination | $350 (Angi only) | not listed |
The aerosol, dusting, and vacuuming figures match across all three pages – separately published figures for Fixr, and the pages state no shared sourcing.
Cost by nest size (Angi, 2026)
| Nest size | Average cost |
|---|---|
| Small | $250 |
| Medium | $500 |
| Large | $1,000 |
Number of visits (Angi, 2026)
Severe infestations can require multiple treatment visits at $200 to $600 per visit: two visits total $400 to $1,200 and three visits $600 to $1,800, with costs continuing to scale per visit.1
Repair costs after removal
| Item | Cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Structural repairs (beams, wall openings, resodding) | $300 – $1,000 depending on scope | Angi (2026) |
| Drywall repair after wall treatment | average $180 | Fixr (2025) |
| Carpenter for removal and repair work | about $70 per hour; typically three to four hours minimum | Fixr (2025) |
Other costs
| Item | Cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Initial exterminator visit (inspection and treatment) | $125 – $200 | Fixr (2025) |
| Follow-up visit | $100 or more | Fixr (2025) |
| Hard-to-reach nest removal | up to $100 more | Fixr (2025) |
| Emergency service call | $50 – $100 extra | Fixr (2025) |
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Sources
1. Angi — How Much Does Wasp Nest Removal Cost? (2026)
2. HomeAdvisor — How Much Does Wasp Nest Removal Cost? (2025 data)
3. Fixr — Wasp Nest Removal Cost (2025)
4. CDC/NIOSH — Insects and Scorpions at Work