Beetles
Natural Solutions To Control Beetles
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Common Beetles In Your Home Or Office
Boxelder Bugs
Summer is the party season for boxelder bugs! These little social critters flock in masses and are reckless. Like a group of unruly students, you can find them sunbathing in open sight. Boxelder bugs don’t bother hiding from human sight and can be found hanging out practically anywhere in your home. As they come out of their sites during spring, they reproduce, lay eggs, and feed on box elder trees, sucking juices out of them.
Steps To Prevent Boxelder Bugs Invasion
Taking some preventive measures early in autumn can go a long way in avoiding bugs.
- Repair or replace damaged doors, windows, soffit vents, and roof screens.
- Repair or replace bathroom and kitchen exhaust systems or fans if not working properly.
- Install door sweeps at all the exterior entry doors.
- Seal all the openings or crevices such as along cable TV wires, phone lines, and other utility wires, as well as pipelines, dryer vents, and other required areas.
Elm Seed Beetles – A Rising Problem In Utah And Colorado
Elm Seed Beetles are tiny insects that mainly feed on the seeds of Siberian elm. During summer and early autumn, these beetles sneak into your personal spaces in high numbers and become a nuisance for property owners. However, they mostly overwinter in the favorable climate of your home or office but don’t reproduce indoors. Beetles may not damage your belongings but congregate in soffits, under vinyl siding, and around windows.
- Elm seed beetles invade your personal spaces through cracks and crevices as well as via doorways and windows which are not properly sealed and have no door sweeps.
- Once inside your property, beetles can be seen around furniture, window sills, ceilings and walls, and even behind the wall hangings.
- Beetles give off a foul smell, similar to the odor of a bitter almond if they are touched or aggravated.
Some Methods To Control Elm Seed Beetles
- Since elm seed beetles are usually found in large numbers, a smart way to clear them all at once is by using your regular vacuum. You can easily dispose of these beetles outside or flush them down the drain.
- If you have elm trees around your property, spray them with a pest repelling solution or cut them down to prevent beetle population. However, this method is less effective as elm trees are in high population in many parts of Utah and Colorado.
- A perimeter application of insecticide along the outdoor surfaces of your property can work best to prevent beetles from entering your property.
Cockroaches – The Most Common Invaders In Utah And Colorado
Cockroaches don’t just get attracted to your property because of poor housekeeping but also for food and shelter. Cockroaches love small, damp areas that provide easy access to food. They can be easily spotted in bathrooms and kitchens. Cockroaches have a dirty body which carries disease-causing bacteria and germs. They go about your property contaminating food and the surroundings.
Cockroaches can aggravate allergic reactions and asthma problems, especially in children. These ugly creatures can enter your space through cracks and crevices, drains or sewer pipes, and can even hitch a ride on infested items carried into your home. Some flying cockroaches can get attracted to lights, finding their way into your property.
Some Preventive Measures Can Help
- Keep your food preparation and dining areas clean of any food particles and litter.
- Immediately fix leaking pipes and faucets in your kitchen or bathroom.
- Always rinse off your dishes and utensils before placing them in your dishwasher. If any food scraps are left, they can attract roaches.
- Don’t let dirty dishes sit in your sink for long
- Maintain proper hygiene conditions in your property and don’t forget to clean your appliances too.
- Don’t keep full trash bags in your home. Always seal them properly before disposing of!
- Regularly vacuum your carpets, rugs, and upholstered furniture. Dispose of the vacuum bag or empty the container outside immediately.
Let Our Professional Roach Control Specialists Help You
To keep beetles and roaches out of your property, act on these preventive measures. However, don’t forget that these smart pests can still sneak into your home. Consider getting your home or office treated by our professional exterminator. Our perimeter sealing program can bring complete peace of mind to you if you have had a history of invasions. B2 Pest Control LLC can also help you get rid of beetle or roach infestation problems with quick and environmentally-friendly roach control.
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