Box elder bugs are harmless but invade Ontario homes in large numbers every fall. XtermaPro prevents the overwintering invasion and handles existing infestations.
Box elder bugs are black and red-orange insects about 12mm long, easily recognizable by their distinct colouring. They feed on the seeds of box elder (Manitoba maple), ash, and maple trees through summer, then in fall seek sheltered spots to overwinter often choosing the warm south or west-facing walls of houses. They enter through any available crack or gap.
Signs of box elder bug activity:
Box elder bugs are harmless to humans and pets they don't bite, sting, or cause structural damage. However, they excrete a reddish liquid that can stain surfaces and fabrics, and large overwintering populations are a persistent nuisance throughout winter and spring.
The window for effective box elder bug treatment is in early fall before they've entered. We apply residual perimeter treatment to exterior walls and entry points, dramatically reducing the number that successfully overwinter inside. Entry point sealing is also key to long-term prevention.
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Different species similar behaviour. Both overwinter indoors and emerge in spring. Box elder bugs are black and red; stink bugs are brown and shield-shaped.
Yes homes with Manitoba maples (box elder trees) nearby have higher populations. Removing seed-bearing female trees helps long-term.
Vacuum them up and dispose of the bag. Do not crush them they can stain.
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