Take Back Your Home & Yard From Pesky Earwigs
Earwigs are one of the most common pests around Idaho. Infestations can quickly get out of control. Earwigs are gross to look at, of course, but did you know they can also be harmful to your family and home? Here are some of the problems earwigs bring to Boise area homes:
- Crop and garden damage. Earwigs can be a nuisance in gardens. They feed on plants, including flowers, fruits, and vegetables, which can result in damage to crops. They are particularly known to feed on seedlings and tender young plants.
- Household infestation. While earwigs prefer moist, dark environments, they can enter homes in search of food and shelter. They may hide in basements, bathrooms, and kitchens. An infestation can be a nuisance, although not a health hazard.
- Allergies. Some people might be allergic to the bite or pinch of an earwig, though this is rare. If an allergic reaction occurs, it would likely be mild, such as minor skin irritation.
Fast-Acting Earwig Control in Boise & the Treasure Valley
Your home should be free of earwigs. Certain pests have the potential to bite you, your family, and your pets, as well as to seriously harm your property. Work with a professional Boise earwig control company to reclaim the authority in your house.
How Do We Exterminate Earwigs?
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Same-Day Earwig InspectionOur technicians know a lot about earwig infestations. We’ve applied earwig removal treatments to hundreds of homes in Meridian, Eagle, and around the Boise area. We know how to immediately spot the signs of earwigs and where to find the source of the infestation. We will visit your home to search for:
- Possible infestation locations in the kitchen, bathroom, patio, and even in the walls.
- Signs of earwigs, such as shed skins, droppings, and sightings of the bugs themselves.
- Potential entry points for earwigs, including cracks in the walls and foundation.
We complete a full inspection so we can understand the extent of the problem.
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Earwig Treatment & Removal
We stop the infestation in its tracks by exterminating all traces of earwigs in your home. Our treatments are tough on insects, but safe for your family and pets. This is what you can expect on the day of treatment:
- Our technicians come to your home at a time that is convenient for you, and they immediately get to work.
- We apply the necessary treatments to the infested areas of the home or yard.
- We inspect the infected areas to make sure every single flea is eliminated.
We use the most effective treatments in order to remove earwigs from your home completely. Our earwig treatments are tough on pests but safe for your family and pets.
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Earwig Preventative Treatments
Now that the earwigs are gone from your Boise home, we make sure they never come back! To ensure that your home will be protected in the future, our technicians will do the following:
- Apply treatments in strategic locations to create a barrier around your home that keeps flies out.
- Make recommendations to reduce the chance of an infestation, including sealing food containers and keeping surfaces clean.
- Return for regular treatments as necessary.
We want to make sure you never have to see earwigs around your home again!
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Earwigs in Boise, ID
Earwigs can be found just about anywhere. They thrive inside and outside — in cold environments and hot ones. And they are located in nearly every corner of the planet, including Idaho.
In Idaho, you can find several types of earwigs. The most common species in Idaho include:
- European earwig. This is the most prevalent species in Idaho. It is recognizable by its dark reddish-brown color and pincers at the rear. It is commonly found in gardens and homes.
- Ring-legged earwig. It is smaller than the European earwig and distinguished by the banded appearance on their legs. It is typically found in moist environments and under debris.
You can find earwigs in your kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, yard or even in the walls of your home. Our team of Boise-based pest technicians are experts in earwig control. We know where earwigs like to hide and how to get rid of them quickly. If you are experiencing earwig problems or if you want to avoid earwigs from invading your property, give Pestcom a call.
Our FAQ
Have questions? We are here to help. Still have questions or can't find the answer you need? Give us a call at 208-795-3298 today!
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How do I get rid of Boxelder Bugs?Boxelder bugs seem to invade every home in the fall. This is because they are trying to escape the cold and cling to the last couple of months they have left. So, to keep them out of your home you are going to need to block entraces. That means repairing screen doors and sealing up cracks in your foundation.
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Why do I need a pest service in the winter?A lot of people think that bugs and other pests die during the winter but this isn't true. Pests act like snowbirds that drive down to St. George, Utah, or Pheonix, Arizona in the winter — they hate the cold. But instead of traveling thousands of miles, they travel into your walls. If an infestation is left all winter, it can create a huge problem in spring once the weather starts to warm up.
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How do I know if I have bed bugs?The easiest way to determine if you have bed bugs or not is to give us a call and request an inspection. But, if you are looking to check on your own, then you are going to want to remove all of the sheets from your beds. Once this is done, you can take a look at the seams in your mattress. Bed bugs often leave droppings behind and they'll get caught in the seams.
