The stink bugs are here.
Swarms of invasive stinkbugs have migrated to the Vancouver BC region. First introduced to the US from the East, the stink bugs have made their way north into Canada, and are quickly becoming a major nuisance for both homeowners and businesses alike. If you are looking for help with stink bug control and extermination, please call us at 778-828-6094.
We are getting frequent calls from distressed property owners that are seeing this strange pest show up inside of their property. At first glance, these bugs are not particularly intimidating, and rarely evoke much fear. They look like small shields, after all, and although they are responsible for a massive destruction of crops in the region they are otherwise fairly harmless inside of your home or office…
…as long as you don’t make a mistake.
Because these bugs are stink bugs, and their stink occurs when they are squished.
When you see one of these pests inside of your home, it’s all too easy to feel confident squishing them and throwing them in the trash. But doing so can release a terrible old-sock smell that permeates around the property.
If you think you have stinkbugs or you’re seeing them anywhere where you live, there are several actions that you can take:
Invasive species are tough. But at least you can create a border between you and their powerful smell. Contact Local Pest today for stinkbug treatments throughout British Columbia, and try your best to stay odor free this year.
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