Same-Day Mud Dauber Removal for the St. Louis Area & Beyond

Have you noticed a small, tubular wasp hive constructed out of mud or clay? Chances are you have a mud dauber infestation on your hands. Thankfully, the experienced team of mud dauber exterminators at Paske is here to help.

When you call us to help get rid of mud daubers on your property, you can expect:

• Same-day service when you call before noon.
• A free, detailed inspection of your property to locate all nests, often found under eaves and soffits.
• Safe and effective removal of the mud dauber nest.
• Products that are EPA-approved and safe for your family and pets.
• A preventative treatment to prevent the stinging insects from rebuilding.
• On-going communication throughout the entire process.
• Our 30-day satisfaction warranty, backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee*.

Mud dauber removal is part of our stinging insect control service and is a one-time treatment. For year-round protection from a variety of pests, we recommend enrolling in our quarterly Complete Home™ pest control program.

DO I HAVE WASPS OR MUD DAUBERS?

The easiest way to determine what you have is by the type and location of the nest. Most wasps in Missouri  and Illinois build exposed nests under eaves and soffits. The nests are usually round in shape and resemble a honeycomb pattern. 

Organ pipe mud daubers do not have a stalk-waisted abdomen; rather, the abdomen tapers gradually from slender to wider, from front to rear, and then tapers abruptly at the tip. They measure about 3/4 to 1 inch long and are colored black with a metallic blue luster. They build their nests as side-by-side arrangements of long, tubular mud formations partitioned into cells and provisioned with spiders.

Black and yellow mud dauber adults are 1 to 1 1/8 inch long and are colored black with yellow markings. These wasps construct compact, clump-like mud nests comprised of a side-by-side arrangement of mud cells.

Both types of mud daubers are common in St. Louis, the surrounding area and throughout Missouri and Illinois.

Are Mud Daubers Dangerous?

Mud dauber wasps are generally not considered dangerous to humans. They are solitary insects that are not aggressive and do not live in large colonies like some other wasp species, such as yellow jackets or hornets. Mud daubers rarely sting unless they are directly handled or feel threatened.

However, it's worth noting that individual sensitivities to wasp stings can vary, and some people may have allergic reactions. It is always advisable to exercise caution around any stinging insects and avoid disturbing their nests. If mud dauber nests are present in or around your living spaces and causing concern, seek professional assistance for their safe removal.

What Are Mud Dauber Wasps?

Mud daubers, also known as mud wasps or dirt daubers, are a group of solitary wasps that are named after their unique behavior of building nests using mud or clay.

Missouri is home to two types of mud dauber wasps:

• Organ pipe mud daubers do not have a stalk-waisted abdomen—rather, the abdomen tapers gradually from slender to wider, from front to rear, and then tapers abruptly at the tip. They measure about 3/4 to 1 inch long and are colored black with a metallic blue luster. They build their nests as side-by-side arrangements of long, tubular mud formations partitioned into cells and provisioned with spiders.
• Black and yellow mud dauber adults are 1 to 1 1/8 in length and are colored black with yellow markings. These wasps construct compact, clump-like mud nests comprised of a side-by-side arrangement of mud cells.