Ladybugs are known for being beneficial in terms of feeding on aphids and other garden pests, but did you know that they can actually be a nuisance for homeowners? Having temperatures that are warmer than normal in fall makes that even more of a possibility. Professional pest control NJ professionals deal with ladybug infestations in winters following warm falls.
Ladybugs and Fall Weather
Ladybugs spend warm autumn days looking for shelter from winter’s colder temperatures. These bugs tend to swarm in late fall and search for a place to lay low during winter. This can cause them to invade people’s homes and other buildings, which provide ample heat all winter long. You might see ladybugs around your home this winter if they managed to get inside during fall.
What to Do About Ladybugs
Ladybugs spend winters hiding, such as inside walls or other parts of NJ homes. You’re likely to see them as the weather warms up in late winter and early spring. When it gets warm enough, these bugs come out from their hiding spots and look for ways to get outside. Sealing up openings that ladybugs can get through and planting fragrant plants and flowers away from your house can help prevent a ladybug infestation. While they won’t hurt you or your home, they can be a problem when they invade in large numbers.
If you have a lot of ladybugs showing up in your home this winter, contact Allison Pest Control. Our expert pest control technicians can remove ladybugs from your home.
