Elm seed bugs are known for invading homes during the summer to escape the heat. While they don’t bite or pose a direct threat, they can create a health hazard, and no one wants hundreds of small insects crawling around their space. Like stink bugs, they leave behind an unpleasant scent when they are threatened or crushed.
Stop infestations in their tracks with effective elm seed bug control from Mosquito Squad Plus®, your local solution to pest problems. Find the location nearest to you.
The elm seed bug is a newer invasive pest in the US. It was first discovered in Idaho in 2012. It is native to parts of Europe, including the Mediterranean region.
Elm seed bugs are small insects with dark brown or black bodies and rusty-red markings on their wings. They are often mistaken for small boxelder bugs. Elm seed bugs feed mostly on elm tree seeds and leaves but can also be found on oak, maple, and ash trees. When it is especially warm during the summer, elm seed bugs seek shelter in homes. They also enter homes in cold months to stay safe during their winter dormancy. A sign of an elm seed bug infestation, apart from seeing them gathered in quiet and cool areas, are orange and red spots that look like rust. These come from their feces.
Here’s how to control elm seed bugs in your home and reduce attractants. The key is to pick a method that avoids crushing them and releasing their scent.
Even if you only see a few bugs so far, be proactive with control, as they can multiply and develop quickly. Professional intervention is the most effective! Our outdoor barrier treatment spray service helps kill elm seed bugs on contact and continues to deter them for up to 21 days. Our local pros strategically target areas outside where elm seed bugs hide and thrive, including the house’s perimeter and potential entry points.
If you are not fully satisfied with your service, contact your Mosquito Squad office and we will make it right!
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