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How do I get rid of ground beetles in my house?

I’m overrun! My house is crawling with beetles! I can’t seem to swat them fast enough. How can I get these beetles out of my house?

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Patrick Price · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
I’m so sorry to hear that you’re dealing with ground beetles in your house! While annoying, ground beetles are not an unusual pest to find in your home. There are a few things you can do yourself to minimize the problem, but it’s usually best to contact a professional pest control company.
If your home is infested with beetles, you might notice damage to your fabric or woodwork and loss of food. Here’s what you’ll need to do to get rid of the beetles in your house:
  • Seal up entry points. Beetles like to get into your home through gaps in your walls, windows, and screens. Seal up any opening to prevent them from getting in.
  • Cut off their food supply. Numerous types of beetles can infest your home, and they all have specific foods that they like. Take a close look at any beetles you find. They might be click beetles (which feed on your produce), carpet beetles (which feed on fabrics), or any number of other varieties. Once you have identified what type of beetle you have, you can take steps to limit and protect their favorite food source.
  • Place insect traps
  • Hire a pest removal professional
  • Spray insecticide around the perimeter of your house
A beetle infestation is only one of a thousand perils that might damage your home, so ensure you’re protected with a good
homeowners insurance
policy.
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