Wasps can be beneficial pollinators, so only remove them if they nest in high traffic areas. Take away their desire to nest by filling in ground holes, removing food sources, and hanging decoy nests.
While bees are often a happy sight in the garden, wasps are the opposite. Not only are their stings more painful, but they can sting you multiple times. And it seems like they just love building nests ...
Wasps are drawn to backyard pools due to because they want to source water for their nests. Other things like brightly colored clothing and reflective surfaces also attract wasps near your pool. Pros ...
Most wasps die off when temperatures fall below freezing, but queen wasps can overwinter until spring. Remove old nests, seal entry points, and do a garden cleanup to reduce the risk of overwintering.