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Naomi Corrigan

The household lubricant which can help repel wasps as invasion hits homes and gardens

As an invasion of wasps hits our homes and gardens, it's not only the searing heat we have to contend with. The stripy pests seem to be everywhere, especially if there's a cool, sugary drink on the go.

As wasps choose to build their nests during the spring in trees and sometimes underground, bad weather can destroy their homes and reduce survival rates. The high temperatures this year, have instead given wasps the ideal environment to thrive.

But all is not lost. The team at WeThrift has compiled a list of simple steps and precautions that you can take to rid your home of the pesky critters. And it includes spraying WD40 around your roof and guttering.

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