Biology & Reproduction
The name House Cricket comes from them commonly entering a home where they can survive indefinitely. They’ll live outdoors, mostly in garbage dumps, if the weather is warm. When the weather starts to get colder is when they’ll start infesting homes and sheds. They’re especially annoying because they’re active mainly at night and make their presence known by through chirping noises. Their chirping is used to attract females. If eggs are laid outdoors they’ll hatch in late spring and adults will emerge in the summer, with an average of 728 laid eggs. If indoors, they’ll lay about 104 eggs in cracks and crevices.
Habits
House crickets usually come indoors for warmth and moisture. They’re attracted to bright lights and will be found in large numbers surrounding them. They’ll feed primarily on plants and dead or living insects, including other crickets. Inside, they’ll feed on different fabrics including wool, cotton, silk, and synthetics. Unlike other fabric pests, these crickets will eat large portions of the fabrics. This can cause a lot of damage to clothing and even carpets.
Control
Cricket control starts outdoors by eliminating moisture. Mowing the lawn, weeding plant beds, and removing woodpiles from the sides of the house will help deter them. Changing outdoor lights to a low light will help. Seal points of entry such as around window frames, doors, screen windows, and any other holes. Of course, these things will only aid in prevention. A full-blown infestation will require the work of a professional. Give our office staff a call and arrange an appointment for cricket treatment.
Contact Us
We at Masters Pest Control are professionals in all things pest-related. Masters is a family owned an operated business, which means we treat our clients and their homes with the same honesty and respect we’d want for ourselves. We offer full-service pest control and prevention programs, including house cricket extermination and prevention. If you would like additional information regarding house crickets and other pests, we can provide that for you upon your request. Ask the Masters! Contact us now for more information, or to schedule a service. You will find that our office staff is courteous and professional and will be able to answer many of your questions over the phone. Our response is prompt and our service technicians are neat, professional and respectful. We can be reached at 877-546-9575. Let’s solve this together.