Earwig Pest Control Solutions

Earwigs get their name from the myth that they crawl into sleeping people’s ears and tunnel into the brain. They do not really do that! There are 22 types of Earwigs in the United States and there are over a 1,000 different species all over the world.

Earwig Facts

Earwigs overwinter in small burrows in the ground.

In the spring female Earwigs lay their eggs in a burrow.

She will stay with her eggs through hatching and until the young (nymphs) can find their own food.

Indications: Homeowners often find them in areas where there is water – kitchens, bathrooms, and laundries. Earwigs can also find their way into bedrooms and family rooms. They turn up in almost every part of the house.

Inspection: Earwigs spend their day in damp or shaded areas like under rocks, landscape timbers and in mulched flowerbeds. Earwigs are active mostly at night, feeding on plants and insects. A thorough inspection is the first step in control of Earwigs.

Plan of Action: Whether Earwigs have just showed up or they’ve been there a while, HPM Earwig Management Solutions offers a comprehensive approach to managing Earwig populations in your home or business structure. For more information or to schedule a HPM service inspection Call Today.