Don’t let the name earwig scare you. Although they are tiny insects that like dark, moist places, they do not actually burrow into your ears as some believe. However, they are small enough to fit into your ear if they so desired. Where they can be found is in small, dark places, mostly outdoors on, in, or near patios, lawn furniture, picnic tables, trash bins, or compost bins, and they are generally nocturnal. However, during the summer you may find them in damp areas in your home such as in bathrooms, kitchens, or laundry rooms. Although earwigs can grasp your skin with their forceps, they do not sting and are not dangerous. Just the same, if you have an earwig infestation, we can help!

A Feat for the Professionals

Because earwigs can infest many different areas of your home, ridding your space of them may be better left to the professionals. This is due to the fact that you may need several different products to eliminate them effectively, products that a professional is likely to have. However, there are a number of things you can try that may help keep them under control, including:

• Position your downspouts so they drain away from your foundation.
• Create a 6 to 12 inch “dry zone” around your house. This is an area that is free of organic material including dead leaves and mulch.
• Water your landscaping in the morning so it dries throughout the day.
• Remove firewood, logs, landscape timber, rocks, and other hiding places from near the outside of your home.
• Keep shrubs and trees that can create damp, shady areas trimmed.
• Run a humidifier in your basement.
• Seal cracks in window frames, doorframes, and around the house.
• Replace white outdoor lights with yellow bulbs

…and if all else fails, call us!

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