High Desert Pest Control
Earwig Control
Earwigs gather in damp areas — mulch, planters, and around the foundation — then wander into bathrooms and entryways looking for moisture.
Call Now — (442) 437-8396How do you get rid of earwigs?
Treat the damp places they live and the doorways they wander through. Earwigs gather in mulch, planters and wet soil along the foundation, so that is where treatment goes. Pulling mulch back from the house and keeping sprinklers from soaking the perimeter stops them coming back.
Signs of an earwig problem
- Earwigs in sinks, tubs, or near doors
- Activity in mulch, planters, and damp landscaping
- Chewed seedlings or plant leaves
How we handle it
We treat the damp harborage zones around the home and the entry points so earwigs stay out of your living spaces.
Free spot treatments
See an earwig between your regular visits? We come back out and re-treat — free.
How earwigs get inside
- Cracks where the foundation meets the slab
- Damp doorways and threshold gaps after irrigation runs
- Window wells and basement vents
- Bags of soil, mulch, or potted plants brought inside
When they're most active
Earwigs are most active in spring and early summer when nights are still cool and soil is damp from irrigation. They retreat deeper into mulch in peak summer and resurface in fall.
What you can do before we get there
A few quick things you can do today that'll make any treatment — ours or your own — work better.
- Move mulch and planters at least 12 inches from the foundation
- Adjust sprinklers so they don't soak the perimeter every night
- Fix slow drips at hose bibs and AC condensate lines
- Clear leaf litter and damp debris from window wells
Questions about earwig control
Do earwigs pinch or crawl into people's ears?+
The ear story is a myth. Earwigs can give a mild pinch with the pincers on their tail if handled, but they're harmless to people. They're a nuisance pest that wanders inside looking for moisture.
Why do I find earwigs in my bathroom?+
Earwigs are drawn to moisture. They live in damp mulch, planters and soil around the foundation and wander in through door thresholds and foundation cracks looking for water — which is why bathrooms, sinks and tubs are where they turn up.
Get rid of earwigs for good
Tell us what you're seeing and we'll come take a look — usually same day. We inspect first, then give you a straight price.
- 1. Contact
- 2. Property
- 3. Service
- 4. Done
Earwig control in the High Desert
We treat earwigs across the entire Victor Valley. Tap your town for local details and a free inspection.