Lady Bug Pest Control Services

Lady Bug Control (Ladybug) services are often overlooked—until homeowners experience a sudden infestation indoors. Ladybugs—also called lady beetles—are widely seen as friendly, beneficial insects that help control plant-destroying pests like aphids. But if you’re suddenly seeing dozens (or even hundreds) of them inside your home, you’re likely dealing with the invasive Asian Lady Beetle. Unlike our native ladybugs, these invaders don’t stay outdoors. They cluster around windows, ceilings, and light fixtures, especially during fall and winter, trying to overwinter indoors. At Southern Pest Management, we specialize in Asian Lady Beetle control that targets both current infestations and the hidden gaps that allow them inside.

Although they look similar, Asian Lady Beetles pose a much bigger nuisance. They can stain walls, emit a foul-smelling odor, and even bite when disturbed. Controlling them without expert help can be frustrating due to their sheer numbers and their ability to squeeze through the tiniest entry points. Whether you’re seeing them swarm your attic in Alpharetta, invading your sunroom in Cumming, or clinging to the windows of your cabin in Dawsonville, our team has proven strategies to get them out—and keep them out. We proudly offer professional ladybug and Asian lady beetle control throughout Johns Creek and Suwanee as well.

Seeing “ladybugs” inside your home? You may actually be dealing with Asian Lady Beetles — an invasive species often mistaken for our native, beneficial Ladybugs.

Asian Lady Beetles are drawn to homes in the fall as they seek out warm places to overwinter. While they may look similar to Ladybugs, these beetles can bite, emit a foul odor, and even stain surfaces with a yellowish fluid. They often enter homes through small cracks around windows, doors, utility lines, vents, and other gaps.

What attracts them? If your landscaping includes flowering plants that support aphids (their primary food source), Asian Lady Beetles may be more likely to visit. Some also feed on pollen to store energy for hibernation — and when temperatures drop, they may decide your house is the perfect cozy retreat.

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If you’ve only seen a few and they’re not causing problems, the easiest solution is to leave them alone. They usually leave when the weather warms up. Alternatively, you can vacuum them up and discard the bag in a sealed trash container outside — this helps prevent their scent from attracting more beetles.

If you’re seeing a large number, it’s time for more proactive steps:

Professional Prevention & Treatment

• Winterize your home by sealing entry points. We’ll inspect the exterior of your home and recommend habitat modifications to reduce their attraction to your yard and home.

• Perimeter treatments: We can apply safe, effective pesticides around the outside of your home to prevent large gatherings from forming.nt them from returning.

Asian Lady Beetle & Lady Bugs FAQ –

Q) What are Asian Lady Beetles and how are they different from regular ladybugs?

A) Asian Lady Beetles are a non-native species introduced for aphid control, but they’ve become invasive. Unlike native ladybugs, they often have a white “M” marking on their head and can be more aggressive, especially when they cluster indoors in large numbers.

Q) Why are Asian Lady Beetles invading my home in the fall?

A) As temperatures drop, Asian Lady Beetles seek warmth and shelter. They’re attracted to sunny, south-facing walls and will squeeze through cracks, windows, and vents to overwinter inside homes and attics.

Q) Do Asian Lady Beetles bite humans?

A) Yes, although their bite isn’t dangerous. Asian Lady Beetles can pinch the skin when threatened, and some people may experience mild allergic reactions from bites or their yellow secretion.

Q) What attracts Asian Lady Beetles to houses?

A) These beetles are drawn to light-colored siding, warm walls, and sunny exposures. Homes near wooded areas or agricultural fields may experience heavier infestations.

Q) Are Asian Lady Beetles harmful to pets or people?

A) While they don’t spread disease, they can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, including eye irritation or respiratory symptoms. Pets may experience drooling or vomiting if they eat the beetles.

Q) How can I prevent an Asian Lady Beetle infestation?

A) The best prevention includes sealing cracks, repairing window screens, weatherproofing doors, and using insect exclusion techniques. Professional pest control companies can apply insecticidal barriers before beetles enter.

Q) Can I use DIY methods to get rid of Asian Lady Beetles?

A) Vacuuming is effective for indoor removal, but DIY sprays may not eliminate hidden clusters. Professional Asian Lady Beetle treatments are more effective for long-term control and prevention.

Q) Do Asian Lady Beetles damage homes?

A) They don’t cause structural damage, but they stain walls, curtains, and surfaces with their yellow secretions. Large infestations may create foul odors and attract other pests.

Q) Are Asian Lady Beetles a seasonal pest?

A) Yes. Most infestations occur in the fall and early winter, when beetles look for overwintering sites. In spring, they become active again as they try to exit buildings.

Q) What’s the yellow stuff Asian Lady Beetles leave behind?

A) It’s a defensive secretion called reflex bleeding. It smells bad, can stain fabrics and walls, and may trigger allergic reactions in some people.

Q) Can Asian Lady Beetles infest attics and wall voids?

A) Yes. These beetles can cluster by the thousands in attics, behind walls, and in ceiling light fixtures. Professional pest control is often needed to treat hidden areas.

Q) Will over-the-counter sprays work for an Asian Lady Beetle infestation?

A) Store-bought sprays may kill visible beetles but don’t reach cracks, voids, or attic spaces where beetles hide. A licensed exterminator can use residual insecticides for effective coverage.

Q) Why do Asian Lady Beetles smell bad when squished?

A) They release a chemical odor as a defense mechanism. This “reflex bleed” not only smells unpleasant but can stain surfaces and attract more beetles through pheromones.

Q) Can Asian Lady Beetles be controlled without harming native ladybugs?

A) Yes. Targeted pest control treatments and exclusion methods are designed to manage Asian Lady Beetles specifically, without affecting beneficial native species.

Q) Do I need professional pest control for Asian Lady Beetles?

A) If you’re dealing with large numbers, recurring problems, or hidden infestations, professional treatment is the most reliable solution. Experts can apply safe, long-lasting barriers and pinpoint breeding or entry zones.