Hey everyone!
I’m starting to lose it a bit—earwigs are showing up everywhere in my house. I keep finding them in the bathroom, basement, and even the laundry area, mostly at night. I don’t remember having this issue before, but lately it feels constant.
The house isn’t dirty, but it is a bit damp, especially after rain. I’ve cleaned, vacuumed, and even tried sealing obvious gaps, but they keep coming back. I’m not sure if this is a moisture issue, an outdoor problem, or something nesting inside.
Has anyone dealt with a serious earwig problem before? What actually helped reduce them long term?
Earwigs are usually attracted to moisture. If you’re seeing them in bathrooms and basements, humidity is likely a big factor.
I had a similar issue last summer. A dehumidifier made a bigger difference than any spray I tried.
@DampBasementDweller Do you notice more of them after heavy rain? That’s usually when they try to move indoors.
They also like hiding under clutter and cardboard. Reducing hiding spots helped lower the numbers in my place.
I tried diatomaceous earth around entry points and cracks. It didn’t eliminate them overnight, but it helped over time.
Just a heads-up—if you’re using any powders, apply lightly. Too much can get messy and doesn’t work better.
@DIYDude56 learned that the hard way myself.
Outdoor treatment matters too. Once I cleared mulch away from the foundation, fewer earwigs made it inside.
Earwigs don’t usually infest walls like roaches, but consistent moisture will keep attracting them. Focus on drying things out first.
@HandyDan Yeah, now that you mention it, they definitely show up more after rainstorms. Sounds like moisture control needs to be my priority.
Don’t panic—earwigs are annoying but manageable. Once humidity is under control, they usually disappear pretty quickly.