General Information on Earwig
Earwigs can enter a home in search of food. However, since they feed on roots of flowers, vegetables and shrubs, they are more a threat to outdoor plantlife Earwigs prefer dark and damp places, such as under rugs and cushions, behind baseboards and in cracks, especially in the basement.
The female earwig lays about 300 eggs at a frequency of twice a year. An infestation of earwigs can represent thousands of insects.
Preparing for Earwig Treatment
- For indoors, make all treatment surfaces accessible (move furniture away from the edge of the walls, etc.) where the presence of earwigs has been detected (basement, storage areas, etc.)
- To guarantee better control of earwigs, a surface treatment around your building is recommended and should be done at the same time. Clear wood, leaves, etc.
- Plan to leave your home for the duration of the treatment and return only after 4 hours. Wherever possible, open windows for 20 minutes upon your return. It is also important to not walk barefoot on treated areas for 48 hours after treatment
