# Lovebugs on your car in Jacksonville: what to do

> Wash lovebugs off within a day or two. Their bodies turn acidic as they sit in the sun and can etch the clear coat. Soak them first, never scrub them dry.

## When is lovebug season?

In North Florida, lovebugs swarm twice a year, in late spring (about May) and late summer (about September). They are thickest on warm afternoons near highways like I-95 and I-295.

## Why they hurt paint

A lovebug's body is acidic. Left on a hot car for days, the remains bake on and can etch the clear coat, leaving marks that need polish to remove.

## How to get them off

Soak the front of the car with water or a bug remover and let it sit a few minutes so the bodies soften. Then wipe gently with a wet microfiber towel. Never scrape them off dry: the grit scratches the paint.

## How to make it easier

A protected car lets go of bugs much faster. A paint sealant or a ceramic coating keeps them from sticking hard, so a rinse and a soft wipe takes most of them off.

## When to call us

During the season, a wash plan keeps the front of the car clean before the bugs can etch it: $50 a month, or every 2 weeks for $90 a month. We come to you with our own water and power.

Book at https://inescapable.app/ or call or text (904) 463-9638. Written by David, Inescapable Detail, Jacksonville FL. Set down 2026-10-31.