Boxelder Bug Removal in Michigan
Say Goodbye to These Pesky Invaders!
Pest Defender Program for Your Home
All pest control solutions begin with our comprehensive year-round maintenance program – just $49 per month.
Our Pest Defender Program includes the following services:
- Three Preventative Treatments: We perform services in Spring, Summer, and Fall (every 8-12 weeks).
- General Pests Covered: Hornets, Wasps, Yellow Jackets, Carpenter Bees, House Ants, Pavement Ants, Carpenter Ants, Spiders, Stink Bugs, Boxelder Bugs and more.
- Year-Round Protection: Additional treatments are covered under the warranty.
*Wingman Pest Control will ensure your home stays pest-free all year round.
Our Three-Step Boxelder Bug Removal Process
Boxelder bugs often invade homes in large numbers, making them difficult to control without professional treatment. Our specialized approach ensures long-lasting protection against these persistent pests.
Step 1: Inspection & Identification
The first step in our process is a thorough inspection of both the interior and exterior of your home. Boxelder bugs typically seek out sunny, warm spots to gather, often clustering around windows, siding, and walls. Our technicians will begin by examining your home’s outer perimeter for any visible signs of boxelder bugs, such as clusters on the walls or around cracks. We’ll check windowsills, doorframes, attics, basements, and even rooflines where these bugs can enter. It’s also essential to inspect areas like vents, chimneys, and utility openings, as boxelder bugs are skilled at squeezing through small gaps. Identifying the exact locations where boxelder bugs are entering and hiding allows us to create a precise and customized treatment plan, ensuring that every potential entry point is addressed.
Step 2: Targeted Treatment Application
Once we have identified the primary infestation areas, we move to the treatment phase. Using state-of-the-art equipment, we apply eco-friendly, targeted insecticides directly into the cracks, crevices, and gaps where boxelder bugs are most likely to enter or hide. We focus on areas such as window frames, door seams, and any other potential entry points identified during the inspection. In addition to treating cracks and openings, we apply a residual pesticide along the perimeter of your home. This creates a protective barrier that prevents any future boxelder bugs from entering, eliminating any that are already inside, and ensuring that those attempting to come in later are neutralized quickly. This treatment is effective in removing bugs on contact and providing residual protection for several weeks, reducing the likelihood of further infestations.
Step 3: Prevention & Long-Term Protection
Eliminating the current infestation is just the beginning—prevention is key to ensuring that boxelder bugs don’t return. After applying treatments, we recommend sealing off entry points by caulking cracks, repairing gaps in window and door seals, and ensuring that weather stripping is intact. Boxelder bugs can also enter through vents, so we inspect and secure those areas as well. Our team will provide you with advice on keeping potential entry points sealed and help you make any necessary repairs to prevent future issues.
To further protect your home, we offer our Pest Defender Program, a year-round service designed to keep boxelder bugs—and other pests—out of your home permanently. This program includes regular preventative treatments during the key seasons (spring, summer, and fall), keeping your home free from pests all year long. Our technicians will revisit your property to ensure that no new infestations are occurring and will reapply treatments as needed. With Pest Defender, you receive ongoing inspections, expert treatments, and continuous protection, giving you peace of mind that boxelder bugs will be a problem of the past.
Why Choose Wingman?
Expert Inspections
We pinpoint entry points and infestation areas with precision for effective removal.
Long-Term Results
Our treatments eliminate boxelder bugs and create a lasting barrier against reinfestation.
Local Knowledge
Serving Southeast Michigan, we understand the seasonal challenges these pests pose.
FAQ'S
Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers!
Boxelder bugs are a common nuisance in Michigan, especially in the fall. While they don’t pose a direct threat to humans, their large numbers and tendency to invade homes make them frustrating to deal with. Here are some common questions and expert answers about boxelder bugs.
Boxelder bugs are small, black insects with red markings. They often gather in large numbers on sunny walls and invade homes in the fall. While they don’t bite or cause structural damage, they can be a significant nuisance.
Boxelder bugs seek warmth as temperatures drop, leading them to enter homes through small cracks and openings. Once inside, they gather around windows, walls, and ceilings.
No, boxelder bugs do not bite humans or pets. However, their presence in large numbers can be annoying, and they may release a foul odor when crushed.
If you notice groups of black-and-red insects clustering around your home’s exterior, especially in late summer and fall, you likely have a boxelder bug problem.
While DIY methods like vacuuming and sealing entry points can help, professional treatments are the most effective way to eliminate and prevent infestations.
We provide targeted treatments, seal entry points, and offer expert prevention strategies to keep boxelder bugs out of your home for good.
No, boxelder bugs don’t damage homes, but they can stain surfaces with their excrement and create an unpleasant odor when disturbed.
Sealing cracks, installing weather stripping, and using professional treatments can prevent boxelder bugs from re-entering your home.
Early fall is the ideal time for treatment, as this is when boxelder bugs start searching for warm indoor spaces.
Our expert team uses proven treatments and preventative solutions to eliminate infestations and keep your home protected year-round.
TestimonialS
Here’s what our Insect control customers say:
Wingman has done a great job for us! First of all, they bat-proofed our house, then we contracted them for insects and our earwigs and spiders have virtually disappeared! Rob even found a bees nest in our landscaping which he immediately took care of. Highly recommended!
I was very impressed with Wingman Pest Control! Quick turnaround from the initial inquiry, competitive pricing, and great communication and follow-up. And of course, the wasps are gone!
Rob at Wingman has been coming to my residence for years. He is always helpful, professional, and courteous. I highly recommend Wingman.
Keep Your Home Pest-Free All Season Long
Don’t wait until boxelder bugs invade, get ahead of the problem with our Pest Defender Program, designed to keep your home pest-free all year long. For just $49 per month, our experts provide scheduled seasonal treatments, targeting boxelder bugs and a wide range of common household pests. With our proactive approach, you’ll receive thorough inspections, expert treatments, and ongoing protection, all backed by our year-round warranty. Say goodbye to unwanted pests and enjoy the peace of mind that comes with a protected home.
