Can wait
Stink bugs on the windows in fall?
Shield-shaped brown bugs gathering on sunny walls and windows in fall are stink bugs looking for a place to spend the winter in your walls.
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Most likely
Stink bugs, pantry pests and other bugs
Can waitUsually manageable, but call if it keeps coming back.
How to tell
- Brown shield-shaped bugs about 1/2 inch long.
- Clusters on the sunny side of the house.
- A strong odor when crushed.
Do this now
- Vacuum them up and empty the vacuum outside.
- Seal gaps around windows, vents and siding.
- Repair torn screens.
Avoid
- Don't crush them indoors; the smell lingers.
When to call a proCall if hundreds gather, or they keep appearing indoors all winter.
Call (855) 424-9709
Safety first
While you sort it out
- Keep kids and pets away from nests, droppings and bait.
- Don't spray a nest or set off foggers.
- Wear gloves to clean droppings; never sweep them dry.
- Sting with trouble breathing? Call 911 first.
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