Earwigs are not dangerous to humans. They are not venomous, and their pincers are not strong enough to deliver a particularly painful sting. However, they can still be an unwanted visitor in the home, and have a high nuisance quotient. Moreover, they are a common food for other pests such as spiders, scorpions and even rodents. But they will winter over in a home if they can find a way to get in.

These pests can be found living outside under shrubs, near vegetation and can grow colonies that get quite large in size underground. They will come inside in areas where the doorways are left open in the warmer months, or where there is a high traffic area walking from inside to outside during the daytime or at night. Of course, the earwig prefers to be outside in its natural habitat, but when it gets cooler and the seasons change, they will venture inside. Once inside, they will find a way into carpets, into wall spaces and may get into clothing and bedding as they expand their numbers inside.

If you have unwanted earwigs in your home, Overson Pest Control can help. We are your premier Mesa area pest control company. We have experience in handling these and many other common desert pests. Contact us today for more information or to request an appointment with one of our pest removal experts!