Hey everyone,
I wanted to share my ongoing experience dealing with springtails and also hear what’s actually worked for others. This has been a months-long issue, mostly in a bathroom and basement area, and it’s been way more stubborn than I expected.
So far, I’ve learned that spraying randomly doesn’t really solve much. Moisture control seems to matter more than anything, but it’s not always easy in older homes. Here’s what I’ve tried or looked into:
- Dehumidifiers and ventilation
- Sealing cracks and gaps near floors
- Light chemical treatments vs non-chemical methods
- Whether outdoor treatment actually reduces indoor numbers
I’m not fully rid of them yet, but some things have helped more than others. Curious what’s worked (or failed) for you.
Dehumidifier was the biggest game changer for me. Once humidity stayed under 50%, their numbers dropped fast.
Same here. I wasted money on sprays early on. Didn’t realize springtails are more about moisture than insects alone.
If they’re coming from outside, check mulch and soil right against the foundation. Pulling it back made a noticeable difference.
@MousePatrol You’re right about random spraying. It only works temporarily. Once I fixed a small leak behind a wall, things improved a lot.
I used a light perimeter treatment outdoors and focused indoors on drying things out. That combo worked better than either alone.
Sealing gaps along baseboards helped more than I expected. Not perfect, but fewer sightings after that.
@BasementBattler Totally agree. People underestimate how much humidity alone fuels springtail problems.
I tried vinegar sprays. Didn’t do much except kill a few on contact. They were back the next day.
Springtails are frustrating because they’re not harmful, just mentally exhausting. Progress feels slow but adds up.
Took me about two months to feel like I was winning. Moisture control, patience, and not overreacting with chemicals was key.