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Earwig control in St. Louis.

Pincers on the back end, hiding under the doormat and in the mulch. Earwigs look scary, and they are easy to stop.

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EARWIG CONTROL IN ST. LOUIS

Earwig control is treating the damp mulch, ground cover and entry points earwigs use to get inside. In St. Louis they come in during hot, dry spells or after heavy rain, looking for moisture. Zero Pest covers earwigs on the quarterly Home Shield plan with a barrier around the foundation.

KNOW YOUR ENEMY

About earwigs.

Scary looking, mostly harmless, very common.

MULCH BEDS

European earwigs

Reddish brown with pincers. The one in most St. Louis yards.

DAY

Under things

They hide under mats, pots, boards and mulch during the day.

FEEDING

At night

They come out to feed on plants, decaying leaves and other bugs.

BY DOORS

Indoors

Usually near doors, basements and bathrooms, looking for moisture.

WARNING SIGNS

Signs you have an earwig problem.

  • Earwigs under doormats and flower pots
  • Clusters in damp mulch near the foundation
  • Earwigs in basements, bathrooms or by doors
  • Ragged holes in garden leaves

Pulling mulch a few inches back from the foundation helps a lot.

WHY SPRAY FAILS

Why earwigs keep showing up.

Store-bought spray

  • Spraying the few you see indoors
  • Doesn't touch the mulch where they live
  • Washes off in the rain
  • Gaps under doors stay open

Zero Pest

  • Barrier treatment around the foundation
  • Mulch beds and ground cover treated
  • Entry points and door gaps checked
  • Retreated every 90 days, free re-service
HOW WE TREAT IT

Our earwig treatment, step by step.

  1. Inspect

    We find the damp mulch, leaf litter and gaps near your doors.

  2. Barrier outside

    Foundation, mulch beds and ground cover get treated.

  3. Seal the easy ways in

    We point out door sweeps and gaps worth fixing.

  4. Treat inside

    Basements, bathrooms and door areas where they show up.

  5. Come back

    Every 90 days, plus free re-service between visits.

NEAR YOU

Earwig control across St. Louis and West County.

Mulch and irrigation bring the most earwigs.

ST. CHARLES COUNTY

Fresh mulch, new builds

New landscaping and irrigation in St. Charles County yards keep earwigs close.

WEST COUNTY

Mature beds and ground cover

Thick beds and ground cover give them daytime hiding spots.

ST. LOUIS CITY

Basement doors

Older doors and basement entries make easy ways in.

PRICING

Earwigs are covered by Home Shield.

No separate earwigs charge. Exact price depends on the size of your home.

FIRST VISIT$100 OFFA one-time deep treatment for new quarterly customers. Most homes pay $175 (normally $275).
THEN, STARTING AT$45/moQuarterly Home Shield, billed monthly. No contract.

Exact price depends on your home's size. What Home Shield covers

HIGH SCORES

Bugs stay outside.

Real Google reviews, labeled with the reviewer's city.

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“If you’re looking for a reliable pest control company, look no further than Zero Pest. Alex is very knowledgeable and is willing to answer all my questions. Service is first class, highly recommended!”
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“I would highly recommend this pest control company. By far the most thorough and best service we’ve had!”
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FAQ

Earwig Control questions.

Do earwigs pinch?
They can, but rarely, and it is harmless. They do not crawl into ears.
Why are earwigs coming inside?
They are looking for moisture, especially during hot, dry spells or after heavy rain.
Does mulch cause earwigs?
Thick, damp mulch against the foundation gives them a place to live. Keep it pulled back a few inches.
How much is earwig control in St. Louis?
Earwigs are covered by Home Shield: most homes pay $175 for the first visit (normally $275, with $100 off for new customers), then from $45 a month for quarterly service.
Is the treatment safe for kids and pets?
Yes. Products are safe once dry, usually about 30 minutes.

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