Earwig Control Services
We treat the damp mulch beds, foundation and entry points where earwigs hide, and help fix the moisture that draws these pincher bugs inside.
Free, no-obligation estimate.
Signs you need earwig control
Earwigs come out at night and spend the day hiding in damp places.
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Earwigs indoors
Reddish-brown insects with pincers on the tail end turning up in bathrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms and basements.
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Crowds outside
Earwigs gathering under doormats, flowerpots, stones and mulch, and in damp spots along the foundation.
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Chewed plants
Ragged holes in flowers, seedlings, leafy vegetables and soft fruit, from feeding at night.
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Damp spots by the house
Leaky outdoor faucets, clogged gutters, or thick mulch and ground cover against the house: the moisture earwigs need.
What's included in our earwig control
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Inspection
We find where earwigs are hiding and breeding, usually damp mulch beds, ground cover and spots along the foundation.
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Exterior treatment
A treatment around the foundation, mulch beds and entry points where earwigs gather and get in.
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Indoor treatment
Targeted treatment of the cracks and damp areas where earwigs turn up inside.
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Moisture advice
We point out the leaks, drainage problems and mulch or ground cover that keep the foundation damp.
Our earwig-crushing team
Since 1983, Mack Pest Solutions has protected homes and businesses from earwigs.
How our earwig treatment works
Earwigs, also called pincher bugs, live outdoors in damp, sheltered places: under mulch, leaf litter, stones, boards and dense ground cover. They come inside through gaps around doors, windows and the foundation, usually when it's hot and dry outside or after heavy rain, and end up in bathrooms, kitchens and basements looking for moisture.
Because earwigs are an outdoor pest first, most of our treatment happens outside. We treat the foundation, mulch beds and entry points where they gather, and treat inside where they're turning up. Then we show you how to make the area around your home less inviting: fixing leaks, cleaning gutters, thinning mulch against the foundation and sealing gaps.
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What to expect from earwig control
Treat where they live outside, then keep them out.
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Inspection
We find the damp spots where earwigs are living and the gaps they're using to get inside.
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Treatment
We treat the foundation, mulch beds and entry points outside, and the areas inside where earwigs are turning up.
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Prevention
We point out the moisture problems to fix. On a year-round plan, exterior treatments keep earwigs from coming back.
How to prepare for earwig treatment
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Fix the leaks
Repair leaky outdoor faucets and clear clogged gutters and downspouts.
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Clear the foundation
Move boards, stones, flowerpots and other debris away from the house.
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Rake back mulch
Pull mulch back a few inches from the foundation if you can.
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Wait until it's dry
Keep kids and pets off treated areas until they've dried.
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Earwig control questions
What attracts earwigs to my home?
Moisture and shelter. Leaky pipes and faucets, clogged gutters, thick mulch, dense ground cover and damp basements all invite earwigs, and hot, dry weather or heavy rain pushes them indoors.
Are earwigs harmful?
No. Earwigs can give a pinch if handled, but they're not venomous, don't spread disease and don't crawl into people's ears, despite the name. They can damage plants and seedlings in the garden.
Are earwigs and pincher bugs the same thing?
Yes. Pincher bug is a common name for the earwig, after the pincers on the end of its body.
How quickly can you treat my home for earwigs?
We offer same-day or next-day appointments and can often start treatment within 24 hours of your call.
Do I need to leave my home during treatment?
No. Most earwig treatment happens outside, and you can stay home while we work. Keep kids and pets off treated areas until they've dried.
Will earwigs come back after treatment?
They can, as long as the area around the home stays damp, so fixing moisture problems helps most. On a year-round plan, if they come back between visits, so do we.
Is your treatment safe for pets and children?
Our products are EPA-registered and applied by licensed technicians according to the label. Keep kids and pets off treated areas until they've dried, and your technician will tell you when it's okay to go back.
Ready to Banish Earwigs for Good?
Contact Mack Pest Solutions today for your free inspection and a personalized pest control quote!
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