Swarms of wasps become a late summer pest at this time of year and can be quite terrifying to some people.
However, there are a few solutions to try to keep those pesky plagues at bay and avoid the painful stings they can administer.
Lemongrass oil is known to repel flies but peppermint oil diluted in a sprayer is an all-natural solution to deter wasps, RSVPLive reports.
Dab peppermint oil on your pulse points where you would put perfume so the back of your ears, collarbone and the backs of your knees if your bare-legged.
If you want to kill wasps rather than just repelling them, use white vinegar and water in a sprayer as an effective all-natural remedy to take them out.
The measure should be half and half for enough potency. Dish soap is a cheap solution in a sprayer but could be a slower acting alternative.
For anyone who likes to keep doors and windows open, try a magnetised net. These offer a savvy way to allow fresh air through without insect issue.
The best priced option is just €12 on Amazon and is very beneficial if you're having issues with wasps and flies.
A weird solution to a wasp problem is hairspray. According to Reddit, users have discussed how hairspray freezes the insects making them easy to dispose of.
Also on lifestyle site Hunker it advises using WD40 and spraying previous nesting areas and gutters liberally can act as a preventative measure.
However, if you use WD40 be cautious and using rubber gloves. The chemical agents in the substance will eliminate wasps in a nest.
