Earwigs invade Ontario homes by the hundreds, especially in summer. While they're not dangerous, a large infestation is unpleasant and difficult to eliminate without professional treatment.
Earwigs are reddish-brown insects about 15mm long with distinctive pincers (cerci) at the rear. They're outdoor insects that migrate indoors in large numbers during hot, dry weather or heavy rain seeking the cool, moist conditions found in basements, bathrooms, and under sinks. They're nocturnal and can be alarming to encounter in large numbers.
Signs of earwig activity:
Earwigs don't bite humans or spread disease, and their pincers rarely break skin. However, a heavy infestation is distressing and indicates a moisture problem that likely attracts other pests. Outdoors, large populations cause noticeable damage to garden plants.
Earwig treatment focuses on the exterior perimeter of the home targeting the moist areas around the foundation where earwigs congregate before entering. We apply residual treatment around entry points, windows, doors, and foundation gaps. Interior treatment addresses active populations in basements and lower-level areas.
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Hot, dry weather drives earwigs indoors seeking moisture. They typically enter through gaps at ground level.
Their pincers look intimidating but rarely break human skin. They're more of a defensive tool than an offensive one.
Without perimeter treatment and exclusion work, yes earwigs tend to return to the same structures annually.
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