What is a box elder bug and how do I get rid them?
Box elder bugs can become a nuisance because they enter homes in large numbers. Fortunately, they do not bite people and are essentially harmless. When abundant, they can stain walls, curtains, and other surfaces with their excrement. Just as the elm beetle, as the weather cools, box elder bugs push into cracks and spaces around homes. Box elder bugs can reproduce frequently, so control is very important. Several treatments throughout the spring and summer may be necessary for their control.
