There are times when earwigs will find a way into the house,
which can be so freaky.
If mulch or some other plant matter is bringing the
earwigs close to the house they can often find a crack on the exterior of the
house that can eventually enable them to get into the house. If this seems to
be the case all one needs to do is seal the cracks you suspect are giving
access to the earwig. Another option to help keep earwigs from the house would
be to move mulch and other dead plant material away from the house.
One of the first thing to do and most importantly in controlling
earwigs is to eliminate where they hide.
If the earwig harborages are not addressed, insecticide application will
probably not control earwigs very well. There are different ways in earwigs prevention;
Clean and dry Out Moisture-Prone Areas – A dehumidifier
might help in a damp basement.
Adjusting Exterior Lighting – Adjust outdoor lights to shine
from the yard onto the house – insects will be attracted away from the house.
If moving outside light fixtures is not practical, consider changing light
bulbs to yellow bulbs since white lights are more attractive to insects.
Cleaning Up – Move landscape timbers, logs, decorative
stones, and firewood piles away from the foundation.
Read also: Bugs with pincers - Earwigs
Cut or Trim Overhanging Branches – Trim trees and shrubs
that cause damp, shady areas near the house.
Good drainage is important – Examine gutters and downspouts to
make sure they drain away from the foundation. Set irrigation systems so that
they water in the morning and allow the landscape to dry during the day.
Eliminate or remove moist soil – Create a zone next to the
foundation that is free of mulch, dead leaves, and other organic material. The
“dry zone” should be 5” to 11” wide so that earwigs will avoid it.
Possible Entry Points needs to be secured – Repair screens
on crawl space vents and make sure the vents are not blocked.
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