In this fall-focused episode of Bug Busters Pest Pulse, host Court Parker uncovers the seasonal surge of unwanted houseguests — pests seeking warmth and shelter as the temperature drops. From stink bugs and boxelder bugs to spiders, crickets, and the notorious Kudzu bug, autumn brings a wave of invaders ready to disrupt your peace and cozy home.

This episode will equip you with the knowledge to:

• Identify the most common fall pests in the South, including:

  • Boxelder bugs (black with red markings, swarming in the sun)

  • Kudzu bugs (small, stinky, and stubborn)

  • Brown marmorated stink bugs, Asian lady beetles, spiders, and crickets

• Understand why pest activity spikes in fall, triggered by:

  • Cooler temps

  • Shorter daylight hours

  • Dying vegetation

You’ll also learn how to fortify your home using proven prevention strategies:

• Seal up tight: Caulk cracks, install door sweeps, and repair screens

• Control lighting: Switch to yellow or sodium vapor bulbs to reduce insect attraction

• Clean up the yard: Remove leaf litter, mulch piles, and trim back shrubs

• Install chimney screens and cover foundation vents with mesh to block animal entry

• Keep firewood stored off the ground and away from your house to eliminate harborage

We’ll also discuss the overwintering behavior of pests like boxelder and Kudzu bugs — and why they swarm your sunny siding and sneak indoors by the thousands.

Whether you’ve already spotted fall pests or just want to stay a step ahead, this episode offers a thorough guide to protecting your home from seasonal invasions — while maintaining peace, hygiene, and comfort through the colder months.

➔ Tune in now to defend your home against fall invaders and ensure a pest-free start to the holiday season. Prevention starts with knowledge — and this episode has everything you need.