Professional Cricket Control Services

Professional Cricket Control Services

Crickets can be very annoying, loud nuisances once they enter your home. They can quickly multiply, leading to a full-blown infestation if not dealt with promptly. While most crickets live outdoors in tall weeds and heavy vegetation, several species can invade buildings searching for food, water, and shelter. Our professional cricket control services provide targeted solutions to eliminate these noisy pests from your home and prevent future infestations.

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Understanding Crickets

What Are Crickets?

Crickets are common household pests that can quickly become a nuisance with their loud chirping. Though they generally live outdoors, crickets can invade buildings, searching for food, water, and shelter. These nocturnal insects are characterized by their distinctive chirping sounds produced by males to attract mates. Indoors, crickets can be found in crawl spaces, cellars, or basements, while outdoors they typically live in tall weeds and heavy vegetation.

Cricket Characteristics

Appearance: Long antennae, powerful hind legs for jumping, and leathery wings

Size: Range from 1/2 inch to just over 1 inch in length depending on species

Body Structure: Three main body parts (head, thorax, abdomen) and six legs

Lifespan: Complete metamorphosis with three stages: egg, nymph, and adult

Diet: Omnivorous, feeding on fabric, plants, other insects, and organic matter

Common Household Cricket Species

Several factors can make your home attractive to crickets:

House Cricket

Size: 3/4 to 1 inch long

Color: Yellowish-brown with three dark bands on the head

Behavior: Often found in warm areas of the home like kitchens and near fireplaces

Concern: Can damage clothing and fabrics, especially those soiled with food or perspiration

Field Cricket

Size: 1/2 to 1 inch long

Color: Black or dark brown

Behavior: Typically outdoor pests that may invade homes in large numbers during fall

Concern: Their loud chirping can be disruptive, especially at night

Garden Millipede

Size: 1/2 to 1-1/2 inches long

Color: Light to dark brown with banded legs and mottled pattern

Behavior: Found in damp, dark areas like basements and crawl spaces

Concern: Can jump directly at perceived threats, startling homeowners

Signs of a Cricket Infestation

You may have a cricket problem if you notice:

Image Chirping Sounds:

Persistent chirping sounds at night

Image Droppings:

Dark, small droppings in the suspected infested area

Image Fabric Damage:

Damage to clothing or other fabrics

Image Live Crickets:

Visible crickets inside your home or property

Image Nighttime Activity:

Increased cricket sightings when turning on lights at night

Hidden Indications

Nocturnal Activity:

More cricket sightings and sounds at night

Damp Areas:

Crickets congregating in moist areas like basements and bathrooms

Seasonal Patterns:

Increased cricket activity during late summer and early fall

Silent Periods:

Chirping that stops suddenly when disturbed, indicating awareness of your presence

The Risks of Cricket Infestations

Crickets can cause several problems in your home:

Image Sleep Disruption:

Their constant chirping can cause restless evenings and sleep disturbances

Image Fabric Damage:

Crickets can eat through and damage clothing, curtains, and upholstery

Image Secondary Pests:

Their presence can attract spiders and other predatory pests

Image Allergic Reactions:

Some people may experience allergic reactions to cricket droppings

Image Property Nuisance:

Large numbers can be unsightly and disturbing to residents and guests

Our Comprehensive Cricket Control Approach

We take a multi-faceted approach to cricket control:

Thorough Inspection

Our technicians will conduct a detailed inspection to: Evaluate the species, size, and location of your cricket infestation

Locate where crickets may be harboring within your home

Identify problem areas where they are getting inside

Determine the severity of your infestation

Customized Treatment Plan

Based on our findings, we'll develop a tailored cricket control strategy that may include:

For Indoor Infestations

Targeted treatments for affected areas with active cricket populations

Integrated treatment methods to deliver the best results

Customized solutions that consider your home layout and family needs

For Perimeter Protection

Perimeter treatments to create a protective barrier

Treatment for outdoor areas with high cricket activity

Recommendations for reducing vegetation against buildings

For Long-term Prevention

Scheduled routine inspections to ensure crickets do not return

Yellow light recommendations instead of white lights that attract crickets

Guidance on sealing entry points and reducing moisture

Prevention Strategies

We'll help prevent future cricket problems by:

Recommending moisture control solutions

Suggesting proper outdoor lighting modifications

Advising on regular inspection and maintenance routines

Identifying and sealing entry points

Follow-Up Protection

Our commitment to cricket control includes:

Monitoring for new activity

Additional treatments as needed

Continuous protection against future infestations

Scheduled follow-up visits to ensure complete elimination

Cricket Prevention Tips

To help keep crickets away from your home:

Entry Point Management

Seal entry points - Seal any cracks or gaps around the interior and exterior of your home

Install door sweeps and repair damaged window screens

Use yellow lights instead of white lights that attract crickets

Reduce clutter that can serve as hiding spots for crickets

Moisture Control

Reduce moisture - Fix any leaks and remove standing water

Use dehumidifiers in damp areas like basements

Ensure proper drainage around your foundation

Ventilate crawl spaces and basements properly

Yard Management

Reduce dense vegetation against buildings

Keep grass trimmed short around the house

Remove piles of leaves, wood, and debris near the home

Maintain a clean environment free of cardboard boxes and clutter

The Risks of Cricket Infestations

Crickets can cause several problems in your home:

Nuisance Issues

Noise Disturbance: Male crickets chirp loudly at night, disrupting sleep and causing annoyance

Startling Presence: Some cricket species, like cave crickets, may jump directly at you when startled

Unsightly Appearance: Large numbers of crickets can be alarming and unattractive

Property Concerns

Fabric Damage: Crickets enjoy fabric that's been soiled by food or perspiration and can damage cotton, silk, wool, linen, and furs

Attraction of Predators: Their presence can attract spiders, centipedes, and other predatory pests

Home Invasion: Seasonal migrations can lead to large numbers entering homes simultaneously

Our Cricket Control Guarantee

We stand behind our services with our satisfaction guarantee. If crickets return between scheduled treatments, so will we—at no additional cost to you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about crickets

How do I get rid of crickets from my house?

There are several DIY methods you can use to get rid of crickets, such as creating a DIY trap with molasses and water, using sticky traps in the kitchen or near baseboards, applying diatomaceous earth or boric acid in small cracks or crevices, and reducing indoor moisture. However, for the most effective results, it's best to hire a professional cricket control expert who can use the latest technology and knowledge to offer safe, reliable cricket pest control services.

Why do crickets chirp?

Male crickets chirp to attract mates. They produce this sound by rubbing their wings together. Each cricket species has its own unique chirping pattern. The chirping is most noticeable at night because crickets are nocturnal insects and this is when they're most active in seeking mates

What attracts crickets in the house?

Crickets are attracted to warmth, moisture, food, and light. They seek shelter indoors when outdoor conditions become unfavorable, especially during temperature changes. White lights can draw them toward your home, and they enter through cracks and openings. Inside, they're attracted to damp areas like basements and bathrooms, as well as cluttered spaces that provide hiding places.

Are crickets dangerous?

Although crickets are not typically dangerous to humans, Jerusalem Crickets (also called potato bugs) may bite if they feel threatened, potentially causing moderate yet short-lived pain. The main concerns with crickets are the property damage they can cause to fabrics, the sleep disruption from their chirping, and the secondary pests they may attract.

What can cause a cricket infestation?

Cricket infestations are caused by several factors. Dense vegetation against buildings can create suitable microclimates for crickets. White lights attract them to your home, while cracks and gaps provide entry points. High moisture areas inside and outside your home create favorable conditions, and clutter like cardboard boxes and paper bags offer perfect hiding spots for these pests.