These are six of the worst invasive insects in South Carolina that destroy homes and yards. Here’s how to get rid of them.

When it comes to keeping bugs out of your house, "an ounce of prevention certainly is worth a pound of cure," said one expert ...

Stink bugs characteristically deposit their eggs ... If there is a large outdoor infestation, regular insecticide is an option. Apply it at entry points around the home, as well as around cracks ...

Homeowners can prevent infestations by sealing cracks ... "They can be a tremendous problem," Meuti said. Stink bugs and lady beetles may find their way into a home far before you see them.