Black Insects Under Siding

Siding is purposely put up loose for expansion and contraction and so your duster tip or injection straw usually fit nicely.

Black insects under siding.

Insect stains and other debris can be removed by simply cleaning vinyl siding with household cleaners. This is the spot i ll dust most often for pests like scorpions or occasional roaches for ants i most often use a non repellant spray such as arilon termidor or other and don t even worry about getting a product up and under. However you don t have to passively accept whatever damage these invaders wreak on your home. Or try this remedy from garden writers association hall of famers doc and katy abraham authors of the green thumb garden handbook.

Woodpeckers and insects can create massive issues in a home with wood siding ranging all the way from aesthetic flaws and defects to huge structural problems that threaten the safety of your home. Vinyl siding is very popular due to its durability and simple maintenance. These bugs are shaped a bit like a stink bug and grow up to 3 4 inch long. They are a reddish brown color and usually have a bright yellow or orange underside with black patches.

That s the sound of your siding being destroyed. Introduce predatory insects that feed on spider mites such as lady beetles praying mantises and assassin bugs.