Earwig Control Service

Serving Temecula, Murrieta, Menifee, Wildomar, & Lake Elsinore

Earwigs (aka pincher bugs)  are small insects that will be found under stones, landscapes wood chips, or in any dark undisturbed area. They can be destructive to your garden plants. They are mostly found outside in your landscape, however they will sometimes be found inside your home or office.  

If you have earwigs and you are searching for the best solution to exterminate them call Main Sail Pest Control (951) 397-0062 or send us a message online for guaranteed results.

What Do Earwigs Look Like?

Earwigs can be identified by a pair of pinchers that resemble forceps at the end of their body. Their body is reddish brown and they are about ¾ inch long. Most species of earwig have wings under short, hard wing covers, however, they rarely fly.

Where Can Earwigs Hide in Your Home?

Outdoors, earwigs live in damp, covered areas under leaves, logs, piles of wood, and stones. 

Since they prefer small, dark spaces, they are likely to be found under:

• Debris
• Piles of wood
• And even piles of laundry

Earwigs are also attracted to moisture so it is common to find them around sources of water like your kitchen or bathroom sink.

Are Earwigs Dangerous?

Despite their appearance, earwigs are not considered dangerous to humans. They do use their pinchers defensively and can pinch your finger if agitated, but they do not sting or have venom. The most they can do is cause some discomfort from their pinch.

Even though earwigs aren’t dangerous to humans, they can cause significant damage to plants in your home or garden because they feed on seedlings and flower petals. 

How Earwig Pest Control Can Help You

An effective earwig extermination involves not only using bug spray techniques, but also identify the source of the pest problem. At Main Sail Pest Control, we will identify where the earwigs are and where they are coming from and treat appropriately to control your earwig concern.