Our Professional Earwig Control Process
1. Meticulous Inspection
- Identifying earwig harborage areas
- Locating moisture sources attracting earwigs
- Finding all potential entry points
- Examining both interior and exterior vulnerabilities
2. Targeted Treatment
- Applying professional products to key areas where earwigs hide and travel
- Treating both interior problem areas and exterior perimeters
- Using family-safe products applied with precision
- Addressing both current activity and prevention
3. Exclusion & Moisture Management
- Recommending sealing cracks, gaps, and openings in your property's exterior
- Addressing moisture issues that attract earwigs
- Creating a protective barrier against future invasions
- Recommending maintenance practices to reduce attractants
How to Keep Earwigs Away
As part of our service, we provide guidance on keeping earwigs away:
Moisture Control
- Repair leaky faucets and pipes
- Ensure gutters and downspouts direct water away from your foundation
- Use dehumidifiers in damp basements or crawl spaces
- Maintain proper ventilation in bathrooms and kitchens
Landscape Management
- Maintain a clear, dry zone around your foundation
- Trim back shrubs and trees that touch your house
- Clear away leaf litter and grass clippings
- Keep woodpiles and decorative stones elevated or away from structures
- Avoid over-watering lawns and flowerbeds near your home
Why Choose Source Pest Control for Earwig Problems
Homeowners throughout Riverside County and North San Diego County trust us with their earwig control needs because:
- Our technicians are skilled in identifying and treating earwig problems
- We address both the immediate infestation and the root causes
- Our comprehensive approach includes crucial exclusion work
- We provide ongoing protection through our maintenance programs
- We're locally owned and operated, with knowledge of regional pest pressures
Safety First
We understand your concerns about pest control treatments, especially with children and pets in the home. Source Pest Control prioritizes safety by:
- Using products specifically formulated for residential use
- Applying treatments precisely where needed
- Following industry best practices and regulations
- Providing clear guidance for any preparation or re-entry times
- Answering all your questions about the products we use
The Source Pest Control Difference
When you choose us for your earwig control needs, you benefit from:
Local Expertise
Serving your community since 2011
Experienced Technicians
Licensed, trained, and background-checked
Reliable Service
Consistent technicians who know your property
Responsive Support
Quick response to your calls and concerns
Guaranteed Results
True peace of mind protection
Frequently Asked Questions
No, despite their name and common myths, earwigs do not seek out human ears. This misconception dates back centuries but has no basis in fact. Earwigs prefer dark, damp environments like mulch, soil, and plant debris. They have no interest in entering human ears and are simply looking for moisture and shelter when they enter homes.
No, earwigs are not dangerous. Despite old myths, they don't crawl into people's ears, and their pincers rarely cause harm to humans. They don't transmit diseases and are primarily a nuisance pest.
Earwigs are strongly attracted to moisture and dark, damp places. Common attractants include excessive mulch near foundations, water leaks, improper drainage, dense ground cover, and organic debris around your home's perimeter.
Signs of an earwig problem include finding multiple earwigs in your home (especially in bathrooms, basements, or kitchens), seeing them around foundation areas, or noticing small damage to plants in your garden.
Unlike termites or carpenter ants, earwigs don't cause structural damage to homes. However, they may cause minor damage to plants and flowers in your garden.
Most earwig problems can be significantly reduced with a single professional treatment. For severe infestations or ongoing protection, we recommend our quarterly maintenance program, which addresses seasonal pest pressures throughout the year.
Ready to Protect Your Home from Earwigs?
Contact us today for a free earwig control inspection and take the first step toward an earwig-free home.