How to identify box elder bugs
Black bugs 1/2 inch long with red-orange wing edging.
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All About Box Elder Bugs
What box elder bugs look like, why they are on your property, and how Antex eliminates them, guaranteed.
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Black bugs 1/2 inch long with red-orange wing edging. This page covers how to recognize box elder bugs, what draws them to Utah properties, and what actually works to get rid of them. If you think you have box elder bugs now, skip ahead and call (435) 313-5882; inspections are free.
Behavior and habits
They feed on box elder and maple seeds all summer, then swarm warm south walls each fall seeking winter shelter.
Why box elder bugs are a problem
Indoors they stain curtains and walls and reappear on every warm winter day.
How Antex handles box elder bugs
Our technicians confirm the species first, because effective control depends on it. Then we treat the source: nesting sites, harborage, and the routes onto your property, using professional products applied precisely. If pests return between scheduled visits, we'll come back and address the issue at no additional cost.
Prevention tips
Seal gaps around siding and windows before fall, and treat gathering walls in September.
Questions
What people ask us
Are box elder bugs dangerous?
Indoors they stain curtains and walls and reappear on every warm winter day.
How do I get rid of box elder bugs?
Store-bought products usually treat the symptom, not the source, which is why the problem returns. Professional control pairs correct identification with source treatment. Call (435) 313-5882 for a free inspection and flat quote.
How do I keep box elder bugs away?
Seal gaps around siding and windows before fall, and treat gathering walls in September.
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