What Are Ladybugs Attracted To in Your Yard and Home?

Fall seems to sneak up on us every year. One minute, we’re hosting backyard BBQs and watching fireworks, and the next, we’re back-to-school shopping and buying enough cans of pumpkin for all the autumnal baked goods we could possibly want. And while there’s a certain peace that comes with watching the seasons change, one indicator of summer turning to fall isn’t wanted by anyone. Yes; we’re talking about ladybugs. 

Even when you think you’re doing everything right, you could still end up with swarms of ladybugs around your yard and home. Let’s talk about what could be attracting these pests—or worse, their invasive impersonators—to your home and yard, and how ladybug control from Mosquito Squad Plus can help. 

What Brings Ladybugs to Milton, MA Properties? 

Before we get into what attracts ladybugs to homes like yours in Milton, we should first note that not all of these pests are what they seem. More likely, what you’re seeing are Asian lady beetles, an invasive species known to outcompete native ladybug species for food. 

This particular pest is known to invade homes during the fall, so they can stay there through the cold winter months. They’re drawn to homes with sun exposure and light-colored siding. They’ll typically cluster on warm, sunny exterior walls in autumn and can enter your home through common entry points like gaps around windows, doors, siding, and utility penetrations. 

Are Ladybugs or Asian Lady Beetles Dangerous?

While ladybugs and their invasive counterparts, Asian lady beetles, don’t pose a danger by chewing on structural wood elements (or even clothing or food), they’re certainly a nuisance in other ways. They tend to cluster, which is generally unappealing, and crushed or dead bugs can cause respiratory issues for certain individuals. 

They’re best known for staining clothing, walls, and furniture with the yellow fluid they secrete. These stains aren’t easily removed, and to make matters worse, they emit a pretty unpleasant odor when they’re disturbed. All in all, they’re not exactly a pest you want to share your home or yard with. 

How Does Ladybug Control in Milton, MA Work?

At Mosquito Squad Plus of Boston Metro South, our technicians are trained to handle a variety of common (and not-so-common) pests, giving us the unique ability to manage whatever pest issues you’re dealing with. Knowing how ladybugs operate, we’ll begin your ladybug control service by inspecting your home for entry points that we can seal to prevent future infestations. 

Then we’ll spray your perimeter and home’s exterior with our EPA-registered products, creating a protective barrier around your property. This not only helps remove existing pests, but when reapplied every three weeks throughout the season, it can control up to 85-90% of ladybugs and related pests like stink bugs. 

Contact Our Team for Ladybug Control in Milton, MA

When you’re ready for professional ladybug control in Milton, MA, Mosquito Squad Plus is here to help. Our team will perform your first treatment within 48 hours, or it’s free, and return every 21 days during the season to reapply it to your home. 

Along the way, we’ll offer transparent pricing, great customer service, and back up all of our expert work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

Seeing ladybugs cluster on your Milton home? Call Mosquito Squad Plus of Boston Metro South at (781) 471-5793 or contact us online for a free quote.