Bugs everywhere? To get rid of bugs, first you have to find them. Use this guide to flush them out of their hiding spots.
This is Where Bugs Hide in Each Area of Your Home
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Bugs in the Attic
What bugs will you find in the attic? Flies, termites, wasps, silverfish, moths
If you have flies swirling around, it’s more than annoying. Flies can carry disease into your home. Fortunately, it’s not hard to get rid of flies with traps and sprays. However, prevention is the best way to get rid of flies, particularly fruit flies. Cluster flies are another type of fly you might find.
Termites are especially troublesome because of the damage that they can cause to your home. Keep your eyes open for signs of termites and get rid of them right away.
Got bees buzzing around? Neither bees nor wasps are welcome inside your attic. You can get rid of some wasp nests yourself, but if they’ve come indoors, it might be time to call a pro.
Silverfish and moths can eat clothes stored in your attic. You’ll want to get rid of these pests to keep your storage safe.
Bugs in the Bedroom
What bugs will you find in the bedroom? Bedbugs, fleas, ants, cockroaches, spiders
The last thing you want to deal with is any kind of bug in your bedroom, let alone bedbugs. But should you have them, quick action can help you get rid of bedbugs.
Fleas are commonly found in the bedroom, especially if you’ve got pets you sleep in the bedroom with you. Getting rid of fleas starts with protecting your pets from fleas. Once they’ve arrived a home flea spray and plenty of cleaning can help.
Ants are a general nuisance, especially if they’re hanging around inside the house. Try these 13 simple solutions to kill ants.
A cockroach infestation is not only disgusting; it’s a health concern. Cockroaches can spread germs around the home and even cause allergic reactions in some people. There are some subtle signs your house has a cockroach infestation, and if you find yourself with an infestation, you can get rid of cockroaches.
Spiders in the house are creepy, especially if they’re weaving webs all over the place. Some spiders are actually good, since they provide natural pest control. If you can’t stand having them around, here’s how to get rid of spiders and a simple hack that will keep spiders out of your home.
Bugs in the Bathroom
What bugs will you find in the bathroom? Ants, cockroaches, silverfish, spiders, centipedes, drain flies
You can find all sorts of creepy crawling things in the bathroom thanks to the moist environment. One common pest is the silverfish. You may find silverfish under your sink or around your bathtub drain. They prefer dark, humid places to hide.
If you’ve ever had drain flies in the bathroom, you know how tough it can be to get rid of them. But it is possible to get rid of drain flies, even if it takes some hard work and patience.
Centipedes also prefer dark, moist areas, so you might find them in the bathroom. These many-legged creatures are one of the most hated pests, but centipedes are actually beneficial in the same way as spiders. If they’re just too creepy, you can get rid of centipedes with common insecticides.
Bugs in the Basement
What bugs will you find in the basement? Termites, cockroaches, earwigs, centipedes, spiders, crickets, pillbugs, millipedes
Here’s What You Need To Know About Crickets:
Some species of crickets, such as the Jerusalem cricket, are capable of biting humans if provoked. Still, it’s rare for these critters to bite. “The cricket species kids run into in North America are basically harmless,” says Joseph Spagna, PhD, William Paterson University associate professor of biology. “I handle the common ‘house cricket‘Â Acheta domesticus in my behavior classes regularly, with bare hands, and they have never bitten me.”
Here’s What You Need To Know About Millipedes:
“It’s not an insect, but millipedes, the friendly, docile relative of the centipedes, can hurt humans when they’re threatened,” Ricci says. “The yellow-spotted millipede will curl into a ball when threatened, and leak hydrogen cyanide, a strong poison, onto the person holding it. This isn’t usually enough to kill a human, but you definitely should wash your hands thoroughly and avoid touching your face or eating food immediately after!”
Bugs in the Living Room
What bugs will you find in the living room? Ants, flies, bedbugs, ladybugs, stinkbugs, beetles
Here’s What You Need To Know About Beetles:
“Larger beetles, like large stag beetles, can do some damage with their massive mouthparts, usually when they feel threatened or if they’re trying to steady themselves,” James Daniel Ricci, an entomologist, and the co-founder and CTO of Ovipost, a company that produces automation equipment for rearing insects. “Usually this is pretty mild, barely more than a stubbed toe or a pinprick. Ice the area if it’s at all bruised and use a bandage if necessary.” Native ladybugs do not bite or overwinter indoors, while the invasive lady beetle does.
Here’s What You Need To Know About Stink Bugs:
Stink bugs are on the rise in many areas and causing serious damage to fruits and vegetables. They don’t bite or cause structural damage, but in the fall they seek shelter indoors.
According to the University of Maryland extension experts, sealing your home is the best control: caulking, foundation sealing, weather stripping, door sweeps and other measures. If they do get inside, experts recommend vacuuming them up (although your vacuum may stink for a few days afterward). You can also opt for a stink bug repellent.
Bugs in the Kitchen
What bugs will you find in the kitchen? Ants, cockroaches, flies, meal moths
How to Get Rid of Meal Moths:
Meal moths, often known as pantry moths, love to get into food such as flour, beans and dried fruit. They also eat through pet food and even your Christmas ornaments. These moths don’t carry disease, so you can eat the food after you pick out the dead bodies and freeze the food for at least four days. Or, just pitch it! Be sure to use sturdy food storage containers with sealed lids. Now that you know how to deal with meal moths, it’s best if you also look out for another common pantry pest known as strawberry root weevils.
Bugs in the Garage
What bugs will you find in the garage? Silverfish, crickets, spiders, pillbugs, flies
Bugs in the garage are less creepy than bugs in the house, mainly because the garage is a semi-outdoor space. However, that also means you’ll find bugs in the garage more often than you do inside. You can get rid of bugs in and around the house for good with some DIY tricks and pest control products.
