Boxelder Bug Control

The best time to treat for Boxelder Bugs is in the fall when you start seeing them gather on the exterior walls of the building, usually on the south and west sides.  We use a residual pesticide on the exterior, which keeps killing arriving beetles attempting to hibernate in your home, until freezing temperatures arrive.  Sometimes large numbers of Boxelder Bugs also gather in spring.  Boxelder Bugs use pheromones to attract each other into large gatherings.  Call Arrow Pest Control today with any questions about Boxelder Bug Control, satisfaction guaranteed. 

Boxelder Bugs

Boxelder Bugs are usually black with red stripes on their back, adults are about 1/2 inch long, nymphs and immature bugs are bright red.  Boxelder Buds primarily feed on box elder trees, maple trees, leaves and flowers,  Using piercing and sucking mouth parts to feed on plants.  Booxelder Bugs build up large populations in the fall time seeking winter shelter.