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Guest Post – How To Remove Bugs From Your Car

Posted on February 22, 2019April 16, 2020 by Henry Elliss

It’s reassuring to find a decent auto shop that will help you with all your problems, no matter how big or small.

If you haven’t found yourself one yet then click here; you need to have the number handy in case you ever have any issues! However, one of the things that auto shops are not very good at dealing with is bugs in your car. For that, you’re going to need to contact the exterminators, or you can try to remove them yourself.

Types of Bugs Found In Cars

The most common bugs in your vehicle will be fleas and mice. On the outside of your vehicle, you’re likely to find an array of bugs which will seem to be glued to your paint and grill. Fortunately, it’s not as difficult as you think to get rid of them.

Fleas

These can easily get into a vehicle when you carry animals and can be difficult to get rid of. You can invest in a flea bomb to fumigate the vehicle, although you may not be able to use it for a short while! You can also use flea spray or get professional help.

Mice

These will generally find a way into your vehicle in the winter to shelter from the elements. However, they are usually only an issue if your car is stationary for a period. To remove mice you’ll need to find their nest and get rid of it. You can put poison bait in your vehicle as well to kill the mice.

Bugs On The Outside

Bugs hit the outside of your vehicle at high speed. If you wipe them off instantly then they won’t leave a mark; of course, this is not usually an option!

When cleaning the bugs off your car later there are several options:

  • Bug Remover Spray

There are actually a variety of bug removing sprays available. You’ll need to choose the one that you like the most and that has the best effect.

However, it is worth noting that there are a variety of chemicals in bug sprays and some of these can cause damage to your paintwork. Always check on a small area of your vehicle before using it on your bonnet or another notable spot. 

  • WD-40

You may be surprised to learn that WD-40 won’t damage your paintwork! You can spray liberally and then wipe over your paintwork to remove the bugs with virtually no effort. The car will appear shiny but you’ll need to give it a good wash afterward to ensure the WD-40 doesn’t come into contact with your skin and clothes.

  • Dryer Sheets

This is a great option both in terms of cost and efficiency. You’ll need to place one or two dryer sheets into a spray bottle and add some water. Then simply spray the bug infected areas of your car and wipe the bugs away; it really is that easy!

The key to getting rid of bugs is treating them sooner rather than later. Try the above techniques and you’ll be surprised at the results!

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