What is a Box Elder bug?
Box Elder Bugs are small, black insects with distinctive red markings and flat wings that lay across their backs. An adult Box Elder bug is about ½ inch long and feeds on Ash trees, Maple trees, Cherry trees as well as their namesake, the Box Elder tree.
Why do I have them?
Box Elder bugs tend to invade homes and buildings starting in the late summer in search of a warm place over winter. They are likely to be a nuisance up until the weather grows colder and they take shelter in the cracks and crevices until the warmer weather returns.
Are they dangerous?
While they are often considered a nuisance pest, Box Elder bugs do not pose a serious risk to your home or health.
How do you get rid of Box Elder bugs?
Because of their ability to take shelter well inside a structure, Box Elder bugs are difficult to get rid of. Contact Home Check at the first sign of a Box Elder bug infestation is the best way to eliminate Box Elder bugs effectively.
Can I do it myself?
Due to the complicated treatment process and the amount of time required to perform these treatments, Box Elder bugs are typically not a pest many homeowners have much success eradicating. Many do it yourself remedies simply do not work as the chemicals they use are not effective. Remember – if misused or mixed improperly, pesticides can be very dangerous to people and pets.
How soon can you get here?
Is the treatment safe?
Home Check follows very strict guidelines for the use of pest control products so that they pose no hazard to people, pets or plants. Every product we use has been checked and registered by the EPA and our highly trained service technicians will inform you of any safety measures that need to be taken.
How can I prevent this in the future?
Pest problems can be difficult to prevent. Many of our clients choose to continue service with our Common Pest Control Service to keep pests out of their home.
How do I schedule service?
You can either call the phone number listed at the top of this web page or click here to fill out our online form. A customer service specialist will get back with you right away.
Box Elder Bugs are small, black insects with distinctive red markings and flat wings that lay across their backs. An adult Box Elder bug is about ½ inch long and feeds on Ash trees, Maple trees, Cherry trees as well as their namesake, the Box Elder tree.
Why do I have them?
Box Elder bugs tend to invade homes and buildings starting in the late summer in search of a warm place over winter. They are likely to be a nuisance up until the weather grows colder and they take shelter in the cracks and crevices until the warmer weather returns.
Are they dangerous?
While they are often considered a nuisance pest, Box Elder bugs do not pose a serious risk to your home or health.
How do you get rid of Box Elder bugs?
Because of their ability to take shelter well inside a structure, Box Elder bugs are difficult to get rid of. Contact Home Check at the first sign of a Box Elder bug infestation is the best way to eliminate Box Elder bugs effectively.
Can I do it myself?
Due to the complicated treatment process and the amount of time required to perform these treatments, Box Elder bugs are typically not a pest many homeowners have much success eradicating. Many do it yourself remedies simply do not work as the chemicals they use are not effective. Remember – if misused or mixed improperly, pesticides can be very dangerous to people and pets.
How soon can you get here?
Is the treatment safe?
Home Check follows very strict guidelines for the use of pest control products so that they pose no hazard to people, pets or plants. Every product we use has been checked and registered by the EPA and our highly trained service technicians will inform you of any safety measures that need to be taken.
How can I prevent this in the future?
Pest problems can be difficult to prevent. Many of our clients choose to continue service with our Common Pest Control Service to keep pests out of their home.
How do I schedule service?
You can either call the phone number listed at the top of this web page or click here to fill out our online form. A customer service specialist will get back with you right away.