![\"\"](\"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2024\/06\/FInalInfographicsforJen-2-01-683x1024.png\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhy Are There Bees in My Pool?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\nBees and wasps feel the heat in summer, too, just like us. Think about it: when it’s scorching outside, what’s your go-to move? A nice dip in the pool, right? Well, turns out that bees and wasps have the same idea! They drop by your pool to chill out, grab a sip of water, and find a cozy spot so they don’t turn into little insect crisps. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bees are attracted to water for drinking<\/a>, but they aren’t just sipping water for fun \u2013 they’re like tiny engineers! They are also gathering water for a cool-down at the hive. They use those collected drops of water to keep the hive chill and their little bee babies hydrated. Aren\u2019t bees amazing? <\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2024\/06\/Pool-Image-1024x682.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nOne reason you can find wasps near pools is that the chemicals used to treat pools emit strong odors and are especially attractive to wasps. Bright colors are often used for pool and patio furniture, as well. Add to that the beautifully scented plants that people usually have adorning their pool area, and your yard is an open invitation for all flying things yellow and stripey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Interesting fact: when wasps and bees die in water, it\u2019s not because of chemicals, as you\u2019d think, but because they are overconfident about their swimming abilities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, How Do I Keep Bees Away From My Pool?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\nBackyard pools are meant to be enjoyed without the potential danger of getting stung by a bee<\/a> while floating, or nabbed by a wasp<\/a> while doing your laps. Here are some tips that will be more effective than just splashing water at the bee and hoping it goes away. <\/p>\n\n\n\n1. Keep bee-friendly plants away from the pool<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\nIt’s important to avoid planting bee-friendly trees and flowers near pools to prevent uninvited guests from joining you. Bees are attracted to certain plants by their tempting smells and bright colors. If you already have these plants near your pool, consider replanting them further away from your water activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2024\/06\/BeePurple-Flower-1024x680.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nGood to know<\/strong>: Bees love the color purple because they can see it more clearly than any other color. They also really like blue, white, and yellow. They cannot see the color red, so avoid red flowers if you\u2019re looking to attract bees. Marigolds, Black-Eyed Susans, and Hyssops are a few of their favorite flowers. Wasps prefer white, purple, blue, and yellow and the smell of plants like fennel and spearmint. They also really like sunflowers, goldenrods, and raspberry bushes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n2. Consider Plants that repel bees and wasps. <\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\nA lot of plants act as powerful repellents to bees. Basil, Geranium, mint, and citronella are all great bee-busters. Lemongrass, thyme, and Eucalyptus also give off strong scents that are repulsive to certain pollinators. If you want plants around your pool area, these are great to start with. Bonus! Many of these also repel mosquitoes! <\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2024\/06\/Grass-by-the-pool-1024x690.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n3. Create An Alternate Water Source<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\nThis may seem strange, but sometimes, all you need to do is create an alternative water source to deter bees and wasps from your pool. A still water source like a bird bath or fountain near flowers and plants can appeal to these flying insects. A makeshift pond will be more attractive to bees than a crystal-clear pool since they prefer murky water<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2024\/06\/Bees-Drinking-1024x683.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nBy planting bee-friendly plants around this water source, and without the added danger they’ll feel with you splashing around, you can be sure they\u2019ll choose the fountain over your pool! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
4. Don\u2019t Leave Food and Drink Out <\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\nBees and wasps always find human food and drink irresistible, and people usually have some nearby when out for a dip. <\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2024\/06\/Wasp-in-Salada-1024x682.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nIf you’re eating outside, do your best to keep food covered, drink lids closed, and don’t leave cans of sugary drinks nearby. Keep garbage bins away from the pool area as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
5. Call Fox Pest Control<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n\nMost people have trouble telling bees, wasps, and hornets apart, and honestly, most of us would rather not get too close to any of them to figure out the differences. That\u2019s okay – when you have a problem with stinging insects, call us right away. Stinging insects are included in our Home Protection Plan<\/a>, which means we’ll take care of them until theyr’e gone, and then protect your home to make sure they don’t come back. If you\u2019re dealing with a honeybee nest and it can be safely relocated, we\u2019ll recommend a skilled beekeeper near you who can do the job well.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2024\/06\/Tech-on-Truck-1024x819.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nWhether they\u2019re in the pool, near the hammock, or you need help getting rid of <\/a>wasp nests in your yard, Fox Pest Control has years of experience removing wasps, hornets, and other yellow-striped flying, stinging insects from pools and yards and helping provide homeowners the peace of mind to enjoy their outdoor spaces. Call the experts at Fox Pest Control (833) 667-3785<\/strong> for a free quote<\/a>, or receive prompt removal and service today. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nFox Pest Control<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nno bugs. simply better.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Have you ever jumped into a pool on a hot summer day only to find a yellow-stripey pest already floating in the water? Yeah, we’ve done that, too. Unfortunately, bees, wasps, and other stinging insects often gather around large bodies of open water, like swimming pools and spas, so it\u2019s no surprise if they\u2019ve decided […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":5602,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[87,382,97,1,114,110,111],"tags":[370,273,134,217,371,372,373],"entomologist":[],"service-plan":[],"class_list":["post-2803","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-bees","category-home-protection-plan","category-hornets","category-pest-control","category-stinging-insects","category-wasps","category-yellowjackets","tag-bees","tag-fox-pest-control","tag-home-and-garden","tag-pest-control","tag-pest_content_bees_wasps","tag-summer-fun","tag-wasp-prevention"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2803","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2803"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2803\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6239,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2803\/revisions\/6239"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5602"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2803"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2803"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2803"},{"taxonomy":"entomologist","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/entomologist?post=2803"},{"taxonomy":"service-plan","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/service-plan?post=2803"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nOne reason you can find wasps near pools is that the chemicals used to treat pools emit strong odors and are especially attractive to wasps. Bright colors are often used for pool and patio furniture, as well. Add to that the beautifully scented plants that people usually have adorning their pool area, and your yard is an open invitation for all flying things yellow and stripey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Interesting fact: when wasps and bees die in water, it\u2019s not because of chemicals, as you\u2019d think, but because they are overconfident about their swimming abilities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, How Do I Keep Bees Away From My Pool?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\nBackyard pools are meant to be enjoyed without the potential danger of getting stung by a bee<\/a> while floating, or nabbed by a wasp<\/a> while doing your laps. Here are some tips that will be more effective than just splashing water at the bee and hoping it goes away. <\/p>\n\n\n\n1. Keep bee-friendly plants away from the pool<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\nIt’s important to avoid planting bee-friendly trees and flowers near pools to prevent uninvited guests from joining you. Bees are attracted to certain plants by their tempting smells and bright colors. If you already have these plants near your pool, consider replanting them further away from your water activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nGood to know<\/strong>: Bees love the color purple because they can see it more clearly than any other color. They also really like blue, white, and yellow. They cannot see the color red, so avoid red flowers if you\u2019re looking to attract bees. Marigolds, Black-Eyed Susans, and Hyssops are a few of their favorite flowers. Wasps prefer white, purple, blue, and yellow and the smell of plants like fennel and spearmint. They also really like sunflowers, goldenrods, and raspberry bushes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n2. Consider Plants that repel bees and wasps. <\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\nA lot of plants act as powerful repellents to bees. Basil, Geranium, mint, and citronella are all great bee-busters. Lemongrass, thyme, and Eucalyptus also give off strong scents that are repulsive to certain pollinators. If you want plants around your pool area, these are great to start with. Bonus! Many of these also repel mosquitoes! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n3. Create An Alternate Water Source<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\nThis may seem strange, but sometimes, all you need to do is create an alternative water source to deter bees and wasps from your pool. A still water source like a bird bath or fountain near flowers and plants can appeal to these flying insects. A makeshift pond will be more attractive to bees than a crystal-clear pool since they prefer murky water<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nBy planting bee-friendly plants around this water source, and without the added danger they’ll feel with you splashing around, you can be sure they\u2019ll choose the fountain over your pool! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
4. Don\u2019t Leave Food and Drink Out <\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\nBees and wasps always find human food and drink irresistible, and people usually have some nearby when out for a dip. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nIf you’re eating outside, do your best to keep food covered, drink lids closed, and don’t leave cans of sugary drinks nearby. Keep garbage bins away from the pool area as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
5. Call Fox Pest Control<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n\nMost people have trouble telling bees, wasps, and hornets apart, and honestly, most of us would rather not get too close to any of them to figure out the differences. That\u2019s okay – when you have a problem with stinging insects, call us right away. Stinging insects are included in our Home Protection Plan<\/a>, which means we’ll take care of them until theyr’e gone, and then protect your home to make sure they don’t come back. If you\u2019re dealing with a honeybee nest and it can be safely relocated, we\u2019ll recommend a skilled beekeeper near you who can do the job well.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nWhether they\u2019re in the pool, near the hammock, or you need help getting rid of <\/a>wasp nests in your yard, Fox Pest Control has years of experience removing wasps, hornets, and other yellow-striped flying, stinging insects from pools and yards and helping provide homeowners the peace of mind to enjoy their outdoor spaces. Call the experts at Fox Pest Control (833) 667-3785<\/strong> for a free quote<\/a>, or receive prompt removal and service today. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nFox Pest Control<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nno bugs. simply better.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Have you ever jumped into a pool on a hot summer day only to find a yellow-stripey pest already floating in the water? Yeah, we’ve done that, too. Unfortunately, bees, wasps, and other stinging insects often gather around large bodies of open water, like swimming pools and spas, so it\u2019s no surprise if they\u2019ve decided […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":5602,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[87,382,97,1,114,110,111],"tags":[370,273,134,217,371,372,373],"entomologist":[],"service-plan":[],"class_list":["post-2803","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-bees","category-home-protection-plan","category-hornets","category-pest-control","category-stinging-insects","category-wasps","category-yellowjackets","tag-bees","tag-fox-pest-control","tag-home-and-garden","tag-pest-control","tag-pest_content_bees_wasps","tag-summer-fun","tag-wasp-prevention"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2803","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2803"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2803\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6239,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2803\/revisions\/6239"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5602"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2803"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2803"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2803"},{"taxonomy":"entomologist","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/entomologist?post=2803"},{"taxonomy":"service-plan","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/service-plan?post=2803"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
1. Keep bee-friendly plants away from the pool<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\nIt’s important to avoid planting bee-friendly trees and flowers near pools to prevent uninvited guests from joining you. Bees are attracted to certain plants by their tempting smells and bright colors. If you already have these plants near your pool, consider replanting them further away from your water activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nGood to know<\/strong>: Bees love the color purple because they can see it more clearly than any other color. They also really like blue, white, and yellow. They cannot see the color red, so avoid red flowers if you\u2019re looking to attract bees. Marigolds, Black-Eyed Susans, and Hyssops are a few of their favorite flowers. Wasps prefer white, purple, blue, and yellow and the smell of plants like fennel and spearmint. They also really like sunflowers, goldenrods, and raspberry bushes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n2. Consider Plants that repel bees and wasps. <\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\nA lot of plants act as powerful repellents to bees. Basil, Geranium, mint, and citronella are all great bee-busters. Lemongrass, thyme, and Eucalyptus also give off strong scents that are repulsive to certain pollinators. If you want plants around your pool area, these are great to start with. Bonus! Many of these also repel mosquitoes! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n3. Create An Alternate Water Source<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\nThis may seem strange, but sometimes, all you need to do is create an alternative water source to deter bees and wasps from your pool. A still water source like a bird bath or fountain near flowers and plants can appeal to these flying insects. A makeshift pond will be more attractive to bees than a crystal-clear pool since they prefer murky water<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nBy planting bee-friendly plants around this water source, and without the added danger they’ll feel with you splashing around, you can be sure they\u2019ll choose the fountain over your pool! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
4. Don\u2019t Leave Food and Drink Out <\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\nBees and wasps always find human food and drink irresistible, and people usually have some nearby when out for a dip. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nIf you’re eating outside, do your best to keep food covered, drink lids closed, and don’t leave cans of sugary drinks nearby. Keep garbage bins away from the pool area as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
5. Call Fox Pest Control<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n\nMost people have trouble telling bees, wasps, and hornets apart, and honestly, most of us would rather not get too close to any of them to figure out the differences. That\u2019s okay – when you have a problem with stinging insects, call us right away. Stinging insects are included in our Home Protection Plan<\/a>, which means we’ll take care of them until theyr’e gone, and then protect your home to make sure they don’t come back. If you\u2019re dealing with a honeybee nest and it can be safely relocated, we\u2019ll recommend a skilled beekeeper near you who can do the job well.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nWhether they\u2019re in the pool, near the hammock, or you need help getting rid of <\/a>wasp nests in your yard, Fox Pest Control has years of experience removing wasps, hornets, and other yellow-striped flying, stinging insects from pools and yards and helping provide homeowners the peace of mind to enjoy their outdoor spaces. Call the experts at Fox Pest Control (833) 667-3785<\/strong> for a free quote<\/a>, or receive prompt removal and service today. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nFox Pest Control<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nno bugs. simply better.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Have you ever jumped into a pool on a hot summer day only to find a yellow-stripey pest already floating in the water? Yeah, we’ve done that, too. Unfortunately, bees, wasps, and other stinging insects often gather around large bodies of open water, like swimming pools and spas, so it\u2019s no surprise if they\u2019ve decided […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":5602,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[87,382,97,1,114,110,111],"tags":[370,273,134,217,371,372,373],"entomologist":[],"service-plan":[],"class_list":["post-2803","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-bees","category-home-protection-plan","category-hornets","category-pest-control","category-stinging-insects","category-wasps","category-yellowjackets","tag-bees","tag-fox-pest-control","tag-home-and-garden","tag-pest-control","tag-pest_content_bees_wasps","tag-summer-fun","tag-wasp-prevention"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2803","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2803"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2803\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6239,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2803\/revisions\/6239"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5602"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2803"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2803"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2803"},{"taxonomy":"entomologist","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/entomologist?post=2803"},{"taxonomy":"service-plan","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fox-pest.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/service-plan?post=2803"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nGood to know<\/strong>: Bees love the color purple because they can see it more clearly than any other color. They also really like blue, white, and yellow. They cannot see the color red, so avoid red flowers if you\u2019re looking to attract bees. Marigolds, Black-Eyed Susans, and Hyssops are a few of their favorite flowers. Wasps prefer white, purple, blue, and yellow and the smell of plants like fennel and spearmint. They also really like sunflowers, goldenrods, and raspberry bushes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n A lot of plants act as powerful repellents to bees. Basil, Geranium, mint, and citronella are all great bee-busters. Lemongrass, thyme, and Eucalyptus also give off strong scents that are repulsive to certain pollinators. If you want plants around your pool area, these are great to start with. Bonus! Many of these also repel mosquitoes! <\/p>\n\n\n\n This may seem strange, but sometimes, all you need to do is create an alternative water source to deter bees and wasps from your pool. A still water source like a bird bath or fountain near flowers and plants can appeal to these flying insects. A makeshift pond will be more attractive to bees than a crystal-clear pool since they prefer murky water<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n By planting bee-friendly plants around this water source, and without the added danger they’ll feel with you splashing around, you can be sure they\u2019ll choose the fountain over your pool! <\/p>\n\n\n\n Bees and wasps always find human food and drink irresistible, and people usually have some nearby when out for a dip. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you’re eating outside, do your best to keep food covered, drink lids closed, and don’t leave cans of sugary drinks nearby. Keep garbage bins away from the pool area as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Most people have trouble telling bees, wasps, and hornets apart, and honestly, most of us would rather not get too close to any of them to figure out the differences. That\u2019s okay – when you have a problem with stinging insects, call us right away. Stinging insects are included in our Home Protection Plan<\/a>, which means we’ll take care of them until theyr’e gone, and then protect your home to make sure they don’t come back. If you\u2019re dealing with a honeybee nest and it can be safely relocated, we\u2019ll recommend a skilled beekeeper near you who can do the job well.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Whether they\u2019re in the pool, near the hammock, or you need help getting rid of <\/a>wasp nests in your yard, Fox Pest Control has years of experience removing wasps, hornets, and other yellow-striped flying, stinging insects from pools and yards and helping provide homeowners the peace of mind to enjoy their outdoor spaces. Call the experts at Fox Pest Control (833) 667-3785<\/strong> for a free quote<\/a>, or receive prompt removal and service today. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Fox Pest Control<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n no bugs. simply better.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Have you ever jumped into a pool on a hot summer day only to find a yellow-stripey pest already floating in the water? Yeah, we’ve done that, too. 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Consider Plants that repel bees and wasps. <\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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