At Ehrlich, we’ve been helping and advising people on how to get rid of stink bugs on their property since the invasive species was first identified in Allentown, Pennsylvania in 2001. Our technicians can offer practical advice and effective treatments, including stink bug extermination services.
The most common type of stink bug that most residents or business owners have to deal with every year is the brown marmorated stink bug. They were brought over to this country from overseas and quickly spread. They come out in the fall and feed on juices from vegetables, which can create costly damage to crops and gardens.
Stink bugs get their name from the smell they release when they are handled or crushed. This scent is a defense mechanism to deter predators.
Although there are many stink bug traps and insecticides available on the market, these only capture the bugs and don’t help to prevent stink bugs from entering your home. We offer a stink bug solution that will help create a barrier around your property. Your technician will also help you identify and address stink bug entry points. Contact us for information about treatments.
Stink bugs often enter homes when the weather cools. They look for warm, sheltered places to spend the winter. Common entry points include small cracks around windows, gaps under siding, vents, chimneys, and spaces around utility pipes.
Even the smallest opening is enough for a stink bug to crawl through. Once inside, they usually stay hidden behind walls or in attics until spring, when they try to get back outside.
Your first priority should be to look for entry points into your home. Possible entrances include underneath siding, around door and window frames, utility pipes, and chimneys.
You can help to prevent stink bug invasions by doing the following:
Seal holes in exterior walls larger than the diameter of a pencil
Seal gaps and cracks around door and window frames
Install door sweeps
Ensure doors and windows are tight-fitting
Screen exterior attic openings/vents
Seal entry points with caulk or good-quality silicone sealant (including around chimneys)
The most effective way to control stink bugs is through prevention and targeted removal, rather than relying on harsh chemicals. Here are some steps you can take to address an infestation:
Vacuuming: Gently vacuum visible bugs and empty the bag or canister outside right away. Be aware that the vacuum may smell temporarily.
Broom and dustpan: Use a broom and dustpan to sweep up the stink bugs and discard them in an outdoor trash receptacle.
Traps: You can use DIY or store-bought traps to collect stink bugs, but remember that traps often only catch a small number and don’t stop more from coming in.
If you’re still noticing stink bugs indoors or around your property, it’s time to call in our technicians. They’ll assess the infestation, apply targeted treatments, and help you get rid of stink bugs while sealing off potential entry points. DIY methods can offer short-term relief, but professional treatments provide longer-lasting results and peace of mind.
There are several stink bug traps available online and in stores which aim to capture and release stink bugs away from the property. However, this does pose a risk of attracting more stink bugs or causing them to release the stench that can make your home or building smell.
A professional stink bug expert will know the correct method to remove the stink bugs that are currently infesting your property or garden and offer solutions to prevent them from returning.
There are also several stink bug repellents and methods available online that are designed to deter stink bugs. Many of them use chemicals or natural solutions intended to be offensive and repellent to stink bugs to help keep them away from your property.
They may be effective for a limited time, but are unlikely to work as a long-term solution.
Any insect repellent would need to be applied and then re-applied to be effective. Ehrlich provides solutions that consider the entire picture of your property to eliminate stink bugs and prevent their return.
Ehrlich’s stink bug control solutions are designed to help get rid of stink bugs and prevent them from coming back. This includes:
Fall insecticide treatment – our technicians will treat the outside of your home or business, to reduce the stink bug population on your property. Two treatments are carried out in the fall and applied to external areas of your property, including behind shutters, along the foundation, eaves, and exterior lighting.
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) – this method focuses on exclusion methods first. We will identify stink bug entry points around your home and work with you to address them.
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Warmth and light attract stink bugs. In the fall, they seek out sunny areas and sheltered spaces, like attics or wall voids, to spend the winter.
To prevent stink bugs, start by sealing cracks, gaps, and vents around your home. Keep doors and windows tightly closed and repair damaged screens.
Yes. Stink bugs feed on fruits, vegetables, and plants, which can cause discoloration and reduce crop quality.
A stink bug can survive indoors for several months, often remaining inactive during the winter before attempting to leave in the spring.
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