Trapping earwigs
You can set out rolled up newspapers or similar objects to trap earwigs.
- Place old tuna fish cans baited with fish oil or vegetable oil.
- Set them out during evening in areas where you have noticed earwigs in your garden.
- In the morning, shake the traps above a pail of soapy water to remove and kill the insects.
Excess moisture attracts earwigs
- Minimize excess moisture in the landscape.
- Be sure that the landscape has good drainage and that irrigation systems are working properly.
- Water more thoroughly and deeply but less often so the surface of the soil remains drier.
Seal any points of entry
- Caulk and repair any obvious spaces, cracks or gaps around the outside of your home at ground level.
- Pay special attention to areas around doors and windows and the juncture of the siding and the foundation.
- Also, watch around water faucets and vents.
Even with these steps, some earwigs can still get inside your home. If you see any earwigs inside your home, remove them with a vacuum or a broom and dust pan.
