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Boxelder Bug Control Services in Virginia, Maryland and Washington D.C. 
 
                
                
                
                
                                                  
Boxelder bugs are nuisance pests that can find their way into your home, shed, or garage through chimneys, windows, doors, and vents. While it is uncommon, boxelder bugs do have the ability to bite. However, they are mostly just annoying invaders that release an unpleasant odor when killed. As they search for warmth in the late fall months, these bugs may find their way into your home and bring in germs or create unsanitary conditions.

                
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How to Identify a  Boxelder Bug Infestation

                            

      


      

        

          Boxelder Bugs        

      


      

        

                    
Boxelder bugs are in the same family as stink bugs or cicadas. They can be identified by their small, flat bodies, which range from bright red (when young), to black and orange (when adults). They have wings tucked into their half-inch bodies when crawling on their six legs. Mostly common in the late summer or fall months, they are attracted to warm areas and drawn to southern- or western-facing homes.


Boxelder Bugs typically become a problem when they invade your home, garage, or shed in the fall and when they reappear in the spring. As an overwintering pest, homeowners can spot Boxelder Bug damage as the winter ends when they return to the outdoors.

                  

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Our Boxelder Bug Extermination Process

            

            

                

          
  
  
  
        

                        
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We begin with a thorough inspection to identify the type of pest, locate entry points or nesting sites, and determine the extent of the infestation.

              

            

                

          
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
        

                        
Eliminate

                        
We apply targeted treatments inside and outside your property to efficiently eliminate pests at the source and prevent new ones from getting in.

              

            

                

          
  
  
  
  
  
        

                        
Prevent

                        
To prevent a recurring infestation, we provide routine maintenance plans and protection strategies.

              

          

      








  

    

      

        

          

                        
How My Pest Pros Help

                      

          

                        
While Boxelder bugs are generally just a nuisance pest that doesn’t pose a direct danger, they can still interfere with your life and make you feel uncomfortable in your home. At My Pest Pros, we want to help you eliminate these pests from your home and get back to feeling safe and comfortable. Thanks to our vast experience, we’ve perfected our Boxelder bug extermination in Virginia with complete control, prevention, and protection methods.


After identifying the problem area, our pest experts will treat the area and common entryways to help prevent them from getting inside your home. We target all areas of your home but focus on bushes, trees, and around entrances. The likelihood of reinfestation is high without retreatment. Our annual plans will help prevent Boxelder bugs from continuing to be a problem and offer year-round protection to keep you pest-free.


We offer effective and minimally invasive Boxelder bug extermination to Virginia, Washington, D.C., and Maryland homeowners. So, if you are looking for a solution to your boxelder bug problem, call the technicians at My Pest Pros for help.



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Tips for Preventing Boxelder Bugs
          

        

        

          

            
    
              
  • Repair cracks and crevices.
  • Install weather stripping on doors and windows.
  • Remove/control boxelder trees.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Boxelder Bugs

        
                                
        
                

          
In Virginia, Maryland, and D.C., boxelder bugs are most noticeable in the fall as they seek shelter during the colder months.



        

                                
        
                

          
Boxelder bugs like to eat the soft parts of boxelder trees. They enjoy munching on the leaves, twigs, flowers, and, of course, the sugars and saps.



        

                                
        
                

          
Boxelder bugs can be attracted to the following around your home:


    

  • Cracks or gaps in your home’s envelope.
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  • Trees that give sap, such as maple or boxelder.
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  • Sun-facing corners of your home with recesses.
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  • Outdoor or balcony lights.
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  • Boxelder bugs often infest the same house more than once.
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DIY methods like sealing cracks, repairing screens, and reducing attractants around your home can help limit boxelder bug activity. However, because they gather in large numbers and return seasonally, these steps are often not enough to fully control the problem. Professional boxelder bug treatments are typically the most effective way to prevent recurring infestations.



        

                                
        
                

          
Boxelder bugs are considered a nuisance pest rather than a dangerous insect. They are not harmful to humans, pets, or homes. They do not sting, rarely bite, and are not known to spread diseases. However, they can become a nuisance in large numbers and may leave behind stains on walls, siding, and fabrics if crushed.



        

                              

    

  








  

    
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