00:00Those bugs covering your siding are looking for a winter hideout, and your house has openings.
00:05Box elder bugs gather on sun-warmed walls in fall, especially those facing south and west.
00:12And that's why one side of your home can be crawling, while another may be nearly empty.
00:17As temperatures drop, they squeeze into cracks around windows, doors, and siding, seeking shelter for winter.
00:23To keep them outside, caulk gaps around window and door frames, repair torn screens, replace worn weather stripping, and check
00:32your door sweeps.
00:33Already finding some inside, vacuum them up. Crushing them can release an unpleasant odor and leave stains.
00:39The good news, they don't reproduce indoors, but sealing their entry points now can help keep your house from becoming
00:46their winter retreat.
