Black Insects Under Siding

What it looks like.

Black insects under siding.

They are a reddish brown color and usually have a bright yellow or orange underside with black patches. Dirt and insect secretion stains however can adhere to vinyl siding attracting molds mildews and algae. Introduce predatory insects that feed on spider mites such as lady beetles praying mantises and assassin bugs. 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. These bugs are shaped a bit like a stink bug and grow up to 3 4 inch long. Or try this remedy from garden writers association hall of famers doc and katy abraham authors of the green thumb garden handbook. Siding is purposely put up loose for expansion and contraction and so your duster tip or injection straw usually fit nicely.

That s the sound of your siding being destroyed. Insect stains and other debris can be removed by simply cleaning vinyl siding with household cleaners.