Cooler weather is gonna mean more stink bugs soon

The cooler weather this summer in the Midwest and parts of the East has resulted in a higher than normal amount of stinkbugs and we see no sign of this changing.

It happened just a few days ago. I hopped in the shower before work, turned to the curtain and there it was. For 6 months I had lived in peace, free from the awful critter, but there it was… The first stink bug of the season. Yes, fall is here which means cooler temperatures, changing color on leaves, and unfortunately for some people in the Northeast, stink bugs. As the nights continue to get cooler and winter approaches, stink bugs – like humans – try to spend less time outdoors, and more time in a warm home. Stink bugs however are like a bad roommate who doesn’t pay rent, leaves a mess, and doesn’t clean their dishes – they’re unwanted and well, stink! Now is the time to take early season precautions to prepare for the infestation; below are some helpful tips.

The best way to keep stink bugs out of your home is to seal up every possible opening.  These insects are sneaky and are quite clever at finding a way into your home. Winterizing your house like you may already do each year is a good start. Still, chimneys, small cracks, and open windows are easy access points for these bugs to enter. In addition, outdoor lights (or even indoor lights) in the evening attract these bugs.

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