On a sunny October afternoon, you may notice dozens of small bugs gathered on the sunny side of your house. They’re usually stink bugs or kudzu bugs, and they’re looking for a place to spend the winter. Once the weather turns cold, some of them find their way inside.
What You’re Seeing
Brown marmorated stink bug (Georgia): a shield-shaped, mottled brown bug about the size of a dime. It’s an invasive species that often gathers on homes in fall.
Kudzu bug: smaller, olive-brown and squarish, often found on light-colored siding, windows and sun-facing walls. It feeds on kudzu and soybeans during the growing season and moves to buildings in the fall.
Both are nuisance pests. They don’t bite, damage structures or breed indoors.
Why They Gather on Homes in Fall
As days shorten and temperatures drop, these insects look for protected places to overwinter. They’re drawn to warm, sunny walls and light colors, and they slip into tiny gaps around siding, windows, doors, soffits, utility lines and attic vents. Homes near wooded lots, fields or kudzu patches often see the biggest numbers.
Why They’re a Nuisance
- Stink bugs release an unpleasant odor when disturbed or crushed
- Kudzu bugs can also release an odor and may stain surfaces
- Large numbers can gather around windows and doors
- Bugs that overwinter inside may emerge on warm winter days and wander through living areas
How to Stop Stink Bugs on Your House
- Seal gaps around windows, doors, siding, utility lines, vents and the roofline.
- Repair screens, including attic vents and soffit screens.
- Install door sweeps and weatherstripping.
- Caulk cracks in trim and siding.
- Trim vegetation back from the house, and clear leaf litter near the foundation.
- Do the sealing work early, ideally before large groups gather.
- Vacuum indoors instead of crushing bugs. Empty the vacuum outdoors afterward.
Why Pesticides Alone Won’t Do It
Spraying a few bugs on a wall doesn’t solve the problem. New insects keep arriving, and dead bugs can attract other pests. Exclusion, meaning sealing the entry points, is the foundation of fall prevention. A professional inspection can spot gaps you’d miss and recommend a perimeter plan tailored to your property.
Fall Pest Prevention With Covenant Pest Services
Our pest control services are built around thorough inspections, identifying entry points and preventative maintenance, which is the same approach that keeps overwintering pests from becoming indoor problems. Regular seasonal visits also help with the other pests that move in as it cools down, including spiders, rodents and ants.
We serve homeowners in Marietta, Kennesaw and Woodstock, along with West Cobb.
If the bugs are already on your siding, don’t wait until they’re inside. Request a free estimate or call (678) 437-1234.
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