How to do it:
Seal cracks and gaps around windows, doors, and foundations with caulk. Install weather stripping and door sweeps. Use fine mesh screens on vents and chimneys. Remove food sources and debris near storage areas. Store goods in sealed containers.

Result:
Reduces entry points and deters Brown Marmorated Stink Bugs from accessing and damaging your goods.

Problem:
This method may fail if all entry points are not thoroughly sealed or if screens and seals become damaged over time, allowing bugs to enter.

How to do it:
Seal entry points with caulk or weatherstripping.
Place homemade traps using a pan of soapy water under a light at night.
Spray a solution of water, dish soap, and a few drops of peppermint oil on window sills and entryways.
Vacuum bugs found indoors and dispose of the bag outside.

Result:
Reduces stink bug entry and deters them naturally without harmful chemicals.

Problem:
This method may fail if all entry points aren’t sealed or if the infestation is severe, as some bugs may still find their way inside.

How to do it:
Physically remove Brown Marmorated Stink Bugs and seal entry points to prevent their access.

Result:

• Inspect goods and storage areas regularly.
• Use a vacuum to remove visible bugs.
• Seal cracks, gaps, and windows with caulk or weatherstripping.
• Install screens on vents and windows.
• Store goods in sealed containers.

Problem:
This method may fail if all entry points are not identified or if bugs are hidden in inaccessible areas, allowing infestations to persist.

How to do it:
Use natural predators like Trissolcus japonicus (samurai wasp) to control Brown Marmorated Stink Bug populations around your home.

Result:

• Release samurai wasps near entry points and garden areas.
• Seal cracks and gaps in windows, doors, and walls.
• Remove food sources and debris near your house.
• Monitor for stink bug activity and repeat releases as needed.

Problem:
This method may fail if the wasps do not establish well, if stink bug populations are too high, or if entry points are not properly sealed.

How to do it:
Mix 2% dish soap solution (2 teaspoons per quart of water). Spray directly on stink bugs and entry points. Use diatomaceous earth around windows, doors, and cracks. Place sticky traps near light sources. Repeat weekly.

Result:
Reduces stink bug numbers and prevents entry, protecting goods from damage.

Problem:
Method may fail if infestations are severe, if new bugs enter from untreated areas, or if sprays miss hidden bugs.