I have always had a problem with wasps, particularly in the summer. There are several reasons that I have found out why they choose to nest near my house and were not happy about it. The truth is this summer has been quite terrible for me as my kids play outside every day and I just want to be able to relax or take peace of mind knowing that they will not get stung. As I talked with other people in my area, most of them agreed. After some research online I found out that what most people do is create homemade wasp traps at home. Many people are allergic to stings and will go to extreme lengths to avoid them. For most folks, a wasp trap is a right choice if you need a non-lethal wasp deterrent. The problem is that many times they just aren’t designed correctly or don’t do their job properly. I’ve tried many so-called best wasp traps on the market and the ones below work the best I have found. Wasps. Terrible, terrible creatures that are constantly trying to ruin your summer. Now, you can fight back and win! Make your own wasp trap with a soda bottle that works extremely well.
How To Make A Wasp Trap Soda Bottle
Introduction
Wasps are, unfortunately, a part of our life in the summer. While they do help to control pests like caterpillars and spiders, they also will attack us if we get too close to their nests. In this tutorial I show you how to make a trap for them out of a plastic soda bottle!
The Bait
The bait is the most important part of your wasp trap, since it attracts and entices the insects. It should be made with a combination of sugar and water. The ratio should be 1 part sugar to 9 parts water; this is just enough to attract wasps and make them want to stay in your trap (otherwise, they may fly away). Some people also find success by adding a few drops of dish soap, which helps the mixture set faster and become more firm.
Once you’ve mixed up your bait solution, pour it into your soda bottle so that it fills about three-quarters of its total volume. Your trap is now ready for use!
The Bottle
You can use a funnel to narrow the bottle. Using a funnel is probably the easiest way to do this, but it’s not always necessary. If you don’t have one on hand, there are other methods that can work just as well:
- A pen will make a perfect cone like shape.
- You could use paper or cardboard in place of your pen, but then you need scissors or some other cutting tool to create the cone shape.
- A stick will also make an effective cone shape if you find one that’s thin enough. If not, then try using something else instead (like pencils).
The Tape
- Use duct tape to secure the bottle to the lid. It may be a bit tricky, but if you’re able to do it right, it will make your life much easier when you want to transport your trap!
Hang it Up
You can hang the trap up in a couple of ways. You can tie it to a tree branch or string it between two trees. The best location is close to where you’ve seen wasps hanging out, like near their nest or around your home. This way they’ll be lured into the trap readily and won’t be able to escape once they’re inside!
DIY wasp traps catch lots of wasps as long as you use the right bait.
To make a DIY wasp trap, you need a soda bottle. The bait needs to be sugary in order to attract wasps, so fruit juice or soda works well. The easiest way to bait your trap is to pour some sweet liquid into the bottom of your bottle and then place it inside your trap. You can also put some food on top of the bottle and leave it there for an hour or two before trapping if you want more time for wasps to find the bait.
Conclusion
This is a perfect way to get rid of wasps. It is easy, fun and environmentally friendly. The best part of all? You can make it with supplies you already have on hand! The trap will attract and capture wasps so that they can no longer bother you or your family.
- Works Fast – This fast-acting traps eliminate fruit fly infestations. You should notice a dramatic decrease in fruit fly populations within a few days
- Long-Lasting Lure – The ready-to-use, non-staining lure attracts adult fruit flies. Each trap lasts up to 45 days, giving you up to 90 days of protection!
- Discreet Design – The attractive, apple-shaped trap design will look at home in any kitchen. It also blends in with the fruit these pests love
- Monitor Catches – Each fruit fly trap has a built-in window, allowing you to easily keep an eye on catches and lure levels
- Locate Breeding Areas – These traps are most effective when placed near fruit fly breeding areas, including near fruit bowls, trash cans, on kitchen counters and sinks, and other locations where fruit is stored
Additional Info :
| Item Dimensions | |
| Height | 8.38 Inches |
| Width | 10.25 Inches |
| Length | 12.25 Inches |
| Weight | 0.2 Pounds |
- Easy Fly Control – This disposable outdoor hanging fly trap gets rid of common flies, including hundreds of the most prevalent species. Once the trap is full, simply discard—no mess!
- Fast Acting — This trap uses an attractant bait that flies can’t resist. Lured by the scent, flies enter the trap through the cap and drown in the water.
- Easy to Use — Follow the easy directions on the bag to expose the trap entrance. Add water to activate bait and hang the trap outside, at least 20 feet away from any living spaces.
- Outdoor Use Only – Once activated, these traps have a strong odor. Only use this trap outdoors, and at least 20 feet away from any living areas.
- Made in the USA – At RESCUE!, our goal is to design and manufacture the safest and most effective pest control solutions available. We proudly manufacture our products in the USA!
Additional Info :
| Color | Green |
| Item Dimensions | |
| Height | 3.5 Inches |
| Width | 4.25 Inches |
| Length | 9.5 Inches |
| Weight | 0.288 Pounds |
- Easy Fly Control – This disposable outdoor hanging fly trap gets rid of common flies, including hundreds of the most prevalent species. Once the trap is full, simply discard—no mess!
- Fast Acting — This trap uses an attractant bait that flies can’t resist. Lured by the scent, flies enter the trap through the cap and drown in the water.
- Easy to Use — Follow the easy directions on the bag to expose the trap entrance. Add water to activate bait and hang the trap outside, at least 20 feet away from any living spaces.
- Outdoor Use Only – Once activated, these traps have a strong odor. Only use this trap outdoors, and at least 20 feet away from any living areas.
- Made in the USA – At RESCUE!, our goal is to design and manufacture the safest and most effective pest control solutions available. We proudly manufacture our products in the USA!
Additional Info :
| Color | Green |
| Item Dimensions | |
| Height | 56.4 Inches |
| Width | 38.6 Inches |
| Length | 39.2 Inches |
- ELIMINATE WASPS – Our exclusive VisiLure technology lures wasps, red wasps, mud daubers, and carpenter bees with appealing colors and a multi-dimensional pattern. Once attracted, they become stuck to the sticky surface and expire.
- NO KILLING AGENT – The targeted insects are naturally lured to the trap without odors, chemicals, or wasp sprays. It catches queens and workers, from spring through fall.
- PROTECT WILDLIFE – This TrapStik has been redesigned with bird guards to provide protection for birds, bats, and other small animals. Avoid hanging where birds or other wildlife activity happens.
- PREVENT DAMAGE – Mud daubers (mud wasps, dirt daubers) and carpenter bees can cause serious property damage. Our TrapStik can stop this before it starts, without the use of potentially harmful sprays or chemicals.
- MADE IN THE USA – At RESCUE!, our goal is to design, manufacture, and market the safest and most effective pest control solutions available for homeowners. We are proud to manufacture our products in the USA!
Additional Info :
| Color | Green |
| Item Dimensions | |
| Height | 11.5 Inches |
| Width | 7.5 Inches |
| Length | 7.5 Inches |
- Safe
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- Large 16oz Bottle
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| Item Dimensions | |
| Weight | 1 Pounds |