Earwigs are distinctive insects with pincer-like appendages at the end of their abdomen. Despite their fearsome appearance and old myths, they do not crawl into ears. However, they can become a nuisance when they invade homes in large numbers. Earwigs are nocturnal and seek out dark, damp areas. Exterminator Today provides effective earwig control services.
About Earwigs:
Appearance: Dark brown insects with distinctive pincers (cerci) on their rear end, used for defense and mating.
Habitat: Earwigs prefer moist, dark environments and are often found under mulch, rocks, and debris.
Diet: They feed on decaying organic matter, plants, and occasionally other insects.
Activity: Nocturnal creatures that hide during the day and become active at night.
Why Earwigs Enter Homes:
Moisture Seeking: Dry conditions outdoors drive earwigs to seek moisture inside homes.
Light Attraction: Earwigs are attracted to lights at night and may enter through gaps near doors and windows.
Shelter from Weather: Extreme heat, cold, or heavy rain can push earwigs indoors.
Our earwig control approach includes treatment of both indoor and outdoor areas, moisture reduction, and exclusion work to keep these pests outside where they belong.
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Why Choose Exterminator Today?
Indoor/Outdoor Treatment
We treat the source of the problem, not just visible earwigs inside.
Moisture Control Advice
We provide recommendations to reduce the moisture conditions earwigs prefer.