Spray the outside of your home with insecticide if the bugs are swarming.
Boxelder bug control spray.
This will usually be in the wall under an electric outlet cover or around a window frame.
Boxelder bugs boisea trivittata are named for their primary host the boxelder tree one of the less destructive agricultural pests boxelder bugs do infrequent damage to apples peaches grapes strawberries plums and non fruiting trees including maple and ash.
This spray will kill them.
Then remove the dead bugs since they may attract carpet beetles that will go on to attack fabrics stored dry goods and other natural products.
Fill a spray bottle with 2 cups of water.
Shake and spray on any boxelder bug.
Boxelder bugs release a chemical that attracts other boxelder bugs which can sometimes lead to large swarms.
It could also be in a chimney or light fixture.
Add 2 tablespoons of dish soap.
To kill boxelder bugs you find in your house spray them with ortho home defense insect killer for indoor perimeter following label directions.
Add 10 drops of citrus lime or lemon add 2 teaspoons of cayenne pepper.
The soap will break down their shell over time and the citric will blind them and make them unable.
Control boxelder bugs that make their way inside.
Get free shipping on qualified boxelder bugs pest control or buy online pick up in store today in.
Diy essential oil boxelder killer.
Set your store to see local availability add to cart.
This is especially common in the fall when the bugs are trying to find somewhere warm to spend the winter.
Spectracide triazicide insect killer and weed and feed ready to spray bundle pack 2 ct.