Stink Bugs in New Hampshire
Everything a New Hampshire homeowner needs — identify it, weigh the risk, keep it out, treat it, and know exactly when to call a licensed local pro.
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Prevent
12 guidesWhat attracts it, and how do I keep it out?
+6 more prevent guidesCan essential oils repel stink bugs?Top pickLab studies show some oils repel stink bugs almost completely — but only briefly, and only under trap conditions. Here's what that means for your house.
How small a gap can stink bugs squeeze through?A peer-reviewed study found stink bugs rarely pass a 7mm hole or a 3mm slit. Seal gaps that small before September and you exclude nearly all of them.
Can stink bugs harm indoor plants?Outdoors, brown marmorated stink bugs are a real crop pest. Indoors in winter, overwintering adults are in diapause and aren't feeding on your houseplants.
Why do stink bugs release odor when crushed?Stink bugs store defensive aldehydes in glands; crushing dumps the whole dose at once and smears the stain. Here's the chemistry — and what to do instead.
Will stink bugs survive winter inside the home?Yes — most stink bugs that reach a wall void survive winter in diapause, dormant and not breeding. Here's why the population isn't growing, and what to do.
Is vacuuming effective for stink bugs?Yes — vacuuming is the tool extension programs actually recommend for stink bugs indoors, and it beats spraying. Here's how to do it without the smell.
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Treat
2 guidesDIY methods, products, and control techniques that actually work.
How to Get Rid of Brown Marmorated Stink BugsTop pickIn NH, brown marmorated stink bugs are a nuisance, not a health threat. The honest DIY: seal before frost, capture or trap in soapy water — never crush.
Natural Control for Fall Invaders and Fabric Pests in NH HomesSealing beats spraying for stink bugs and boxelder bugs; heat beats mothballs for clothes moths. Honest, sourced natural control for NH's nuisance invaders.
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