CRICKETS REMOVAL
Crickets Can Invade Your Home!
As a common pest, crickets can cause considerable damage when they invade a home. They can cause damage to wood, paper, fabrics and other household items. Hiding in carpets, old clothes, rags etc. is something common to crickets. The most common species of these home-invading pests are the house cricket, the field cricket, Acheta domesticus, Gryllus spp., and the camel cricket. Their chirping can be a nuisance, and some of these species feed on fabric and houseplants.
 Many homeowners discover they have a cricket infestation by hearing them chirp at night. The chirping that usually is heard outside seems very close while indoors. Turning a light on in a dark room usually makes the cricket quiet down momentarily. But eventually they start up again. This may mean your infestation has already happened and NOT a stray getting in your home.
In this picture, the customer has crickets on a crawl space door due to excessive moisture in the crawl space. A vapor barrier will help prevent moisture build up.
Crickets on a crawl space door
Features Of Crickets
- Size:Â About 3/4in
- Color:Â Light yellowish brown-black
Identifying Characteristics of Crickets
Long antennae that extend past hind legs. Nymphs look like adults.
What Do They Eat?
In large numbers, crickets can cause damage to fabrics such as linen, furs, silk, wool and rayon. However, as omnivores they will feed on almost anything available.
Hiding Places Of Crickets
Indoors crickets prefer damp and dark basements that have partial dirt floors and are especially active at night.
What Can They Do To Me?
Cricket infestations can have a variety of negative effects on your home or office space. One such issue is the presence of unsightly and unpleasant fecal stains on surfaces throughout the affected area. These stains can be difficult and frustrating to clean up, and may require additional effort and cleaning supplies to fully remove. Whether you are dealing with a minor cricket infestation or a more significant problem, it is important to address the issue promptly in order to minimize the damage and disruption caused by these pests. In addition to potentially unsanitary conditions, cricket infestations can also lead to damage to fabrics, furniture and other household surfaces, making it particularly important to take action to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
How ClearCut Can Help
We understand the nature of these common pests and recommend both chemical and non-chemical approaches to control. For maximum protection and coverage, choose one of our Clear Plans or we’ll take care of you on an individual incident basis. Call us or fill out our contact form and we’ll get right back to you!