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Paula, Sorry to hear about your bug problem. I have the same problem with Ladybugs. I still have difficulty locating the exact area they are coming in. I did replace my windows which help cut down. Unfortunately they will find the smallest hole and come in. I doubt the siding is the culprit, because they would have to get around the siding, sheathing, insulation and drywall. An area that could help as well is to insullate the pockets in your basement where the floor joists meet the concrete foundation, that could help. Check your windows and seal any openings. Other penetrations could be the bath and kitchen vents, those could easily have screens put over the outside. Another possibility would be your vent for your water heater, check that in the basement. Lastly check the attic skuttle hole to make sure they are not finding a way through the roof vents and into your attic and ultimatly in your house. These are areas that can help cut down on them getting in, but it would be tough to totally get rid of them.

Sincerely, Andy Love

My friend from Springer Pest control has been very busy with that lately. He has equipment that he is providing for FREE to determine if you have bed bugs. What it does is mimic the human body and traps them as they come to feed. If you do have bed bugs he will do a heat treatment of the house that melts the wax off the backs of the bugs. His number is 309-251-0182 Eric Hutchins.

Thanks for the question,

Andy Love

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Michael, sorry to hear you are have termites they can eat a lot of wood fast. First thing we need to do is get that treated. I have a number for you. Springer Pest control, 563-322-1115. Give them a call to inspect everything and to make sure your house is not affected as well. If you have structural damage to the 2×4 walls, those will need to be braced back or replaced. Let me know when you get the termites under control and we will to from there. Sincerely, Andy Love Ask the Expert.