How do you get rid of stink bugs getting into my house?

Overview

Brown marmorated stink bugs are a well-known nuisance across the Tri-State area — they don't damage the home, but they invade in large numbers looking for a warm place to spend the winter. We treat the exterior perimeter (and interior if needed) to stop them before they get inside.

Signs you may have stink bugs

• •Stink bugs clustering on sunny, south-facing exterior walls in fall
• •Bugs appearing indoors around windows, attics, and light fixtures as the weather cools
• •A strong, unpleasant odor when the bugs are disturbed or crushed

Risks if left untreated

• •While not damaging or dangerous, large numbers indoors are a significant nuisance
• •Stink bugs release a strong odor when crushed or disturbed, which can be worse than the bugs themselves
• •They tend to return to the same overwintering sites year after year if the entry points aren't addressed

Our treatment process

1. 1Exterior inspection focused on sunny walls, eaves, and common entry points
2. 2One-time exterior power spray, or a combined interior/exterior treatment if bugs have already gotten inside
3. 360-day warranty on the treatment
4. 4This service also covers other occasional invaders like lady bugs and carpenter bees — it's not used for roach or ant problems, which are treated under our general pest plans

Prevention tips

• ✓Seal gaps around windows, doors, siding, and utility penetrations before fall
• ✓Repair or replace damaged window screens
• ✓Reduce exterior lighting near entry points in early fall, when stink bugs are actively seeking overwintering sites

Frequently asked questions