You can try DIY methods to get rid of stink bugs on your own. These methods include using smells that are said to deter stink bugs:
- Essential oils – lemongrass, spearmint, clove
- Dryer sheets
- Peppermint
- Garlic spray
- Neem Oil
- Harris Stink Bug Killer
It is also important to check around doorways and vacuum up any stink bugs that you find, though you should use something like a shop vac rather than your home vacuum. Vacuuming up stink bugs with your regular vacuum will release their smell and you will likely smell it each time you use your vacuum.
After vacuuming them up you can place all stink bugs in a dish soap and water solution to kill all the bugs without releasing their smell.
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