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Box Elder Bugs in Northern Virginia: Why They Invade Homes in Winter

January 27, 2026 Renee Eder

As winter temperatures drop across Northern Virginia, many homeowners are surprised to find clusters of black-and-red insects gathering on sunny walls, windows, and inside their homes. These pests are known as box elder bugs, and while they aren’t dangerous, they can quickly become a frustrating nuisance during the colder months.

At Alexandria Pest Services, we frequently receive calls about box elder bug infestations in late fall and winter. Understanding why they appear—and how to prevent them—can help protect your home and keep it pest-free all season long.

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Why Commercial Pest Control Is Essential for Northern Virginia and Washington DC Businesses

December 23, 2025 Renee Eder

Running a business comes with enough challenges. Pest problems shouldn’t be one of them. Whether you manage a restaurant, office building, warehouse, or medical facility, pests can put your reputation, staff, and customers at risk.

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How to Control Invasive Insects in Northern Virginia, DC, and Maryland

December 4, 2025 Renee Eder

Invasive insects are one of the biggest threats to landscapes across Northern Virginia. They spread fast, survive our winters, and cause serious damage before most people notice there is a problem. The good news is that there are ways we can help protect your property and slow the spread before serious damage occurs.

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Top 6 Tips to Keep Pests Out of Your Northern Virginia Home This Fall

November 5, 2025 Renee Eder

As the temperatures drop and leaves start falling, pests start looking for warm, safe places to spend the winter—and your home is a prime target. In Northern Virginia, mice, spiders, ants, roaches, and even stink bugs all begin their invasion in the fall.

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Crickets in Your Walls: What Northern Virginia Homeowners Need to Know

October 7, 2025 Renee Eder

If you’ve been hearing persistent chirping inside your home, especially at night, chances are you have crickets hiding in your walls. While a single cricket might seem harmless, an infestation can be disruptive and even cause damage over time. At Alexandria Pest Services, we help homeowners throughout Northern Virginia deal with unwanted pests—including crickets that have made themselves a little too comfortable indoors.

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Does Seeing One Cockroach Mean There’s an Infestation?

August 28, 2025 Renee Eder

Spotting a single cockroach in your home or business is enough to make anyone uneasy. But does one roach automatically mean you have an infestation? The answer: not always—but it’s a warning sign you shouldn’t ignore.

Why One Cockroach Matters

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Lanternflies in Northern Virginia: What You Need to Know

July 29, 2025 Renee Eder

Spotted lanternflies are here, and they’re not just an eyesore — they’re a real threat. If you live in Northern Virginia, you’ve probably seen these colorful invaders clinging to trees, hopping on sidewalks, or squashed underfoot. But behind the bright wings is a pest with serious consequences for local ecosystems and agriculture.

This post provides information about lanternflies for Northern Virginia and Metro D.C. area residents.

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Preventing Pests When Moving into a New Home: Smart Steps for a Pest-Free Start

July 3, 2025 Renee Eder

Moving into a new home is exciting, but it’s easy to overlook one critical step—making sure you’re not sharing your space with unwanted pests. Whether your home is newly built or pre-owned, pests can find their way in quickly if you’re not prepared. Here’s how to protect your new home from day one.

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How to Eliminate Wasps and Prevent Their Return

June 3, 2025 Renee Eder

Wasps are stinging insects that exhibit aggressive behavior and can sting multiple times, in stark contrast to honeybees, which can only sting once before dying. Consequently, if you have children, pets, or allergic adults who enjoy spending time in your yard, you must be proactive in thwarting an invasion of wasps.

In Northern Virginia, you will primarily encounter yellow jackets, hornets, and paper wasps, although there are several other wasp species distributed across the DMV.

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How Do Crickets Get into a Home and How Do You Get Rid of Them?

April 29, 2025 Renee Eder

Although not harmful to humans, crickets can ruin fabrics, contaminate food supplies, and thrive in the hidden nooks of your residence. Their constant chirping can also become quite bothersome.

The types of crickets you might encounter in Northern Virginia homes include house crickets and camel crickets.

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