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Living near Crystal Lake in Barton means managing boxelder bugs drawn to the lakeside humidity and the shelter homes provide. Older structures have gaps that allow entry. Purely Nature's Way brings effective, natural boxelder bugs control to Barton and all of Orleans County. Our technicians address both the infestation and the moisture conditions that attract boxelder bugs to Barton properties.
About
Boxelder Bugs
Pests We Treat
Boxelder Bugs
Peak Season
Seasonal
Signs Of Infestation
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Red and black bugs congregating on sunny walls
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Clusters around south and west facing surfaces
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Adults entering through gaps around windows
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Staining on curtains and surfaces from droppings
Our Treatment Approach
Natural-first solutions that actually work
Physical exclusion is essential before fall invasion. Diatomaceous earth at entry points. Soap and water spray knocks down exterior congregations. Vacuum removal indoors. Essential oil barriers with lavender deter entry. We time treatments to prevent fall invasion. Given Barton's moisture conditions, we pay special attention to drainage and humidity control.
Prevention Tips
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Seal cracks around windows and doors
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Remove female boxelder trees if practical
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Caulk around utility penetrations
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Replace damaged weatherstripping
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Spray trees with water to dislodge congregations
Frequently Asked Questions
Are boxelder bugs harmful?
Boxelder bugs don't bite, sting, or cause structural damage. They don't breed indoors or infest food. They're purely nuisance pests that overwinter in homes. Their feces can stain light-colored surfaces, and crushed bugs may stain fabrics.
Why are there so many boxelder bugs?
Boxelder bugs feed primarily on boxelder tree seeds, also maple and ash. Properties with female seed-bearing boxelder trees nearby will have larger populations. Warm, sunny building exteriors attract massive congregations in fall.
Why do Barton homes have more boxelder bugs problems?
Barton's proximity to water creates humidity that boxelder bugs thrive in. We address both the immediate infestation and the underlying moisture conditions that attract these pests.
