What Are Earwigs? Why Are Earwigs a Problem in Las Vegas?
If you’ve ever turned on a porch light at night or moved a damp pile of leaves in your yard, chances are you’ve seen a fast-moving, reddish-brown insect with pinchers on the back of its body. That insect is an earwig—a common pest in Las Vegas homes and yards. While earwigs aren’t dangerous to humans, they can quickly become a nuisance and a sign of bigger pest problems around your property.
What Is an Earwig?
Earwigs are small, elongated insects with distinctive forceps-like pincers on their abdomen. Despite old myths, they don’t crawl into people’s ears or pose any serious health threat. However, they are highly adaptable and thrive in damp, dark, and sheltered environments.
Why Are Earwigs Considered Pests?
Earwigs are not just unsightly—they can also:
Invade homes in large numbers when outdoor conditions are too hot or dry.
Feed on plants, flowers, and vegetables, damaging gardens and landscaping.
Creep into kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry rooms, especially in search of moisture.
Cause stress and discomfort for homeowners who find them lurking in unexpected places.
In short, while they may not bite or spread disease, their presence inside your home is an annoyance that no homeowner wants to deal with.
The increase in temperature provides the perfect scenario for pests like scorpions, crickets, roaches and ants to enter your comfortable, cool home. Here’s the historical weather data for Las Vegas during August 2025:
Average Temperature Overview for August 2025
Based on the historical data:
Average High Temperature: Approximately 40.6 °C (105 °F) — this figure represents the mean of the daily high temperatures over the month.
Average Low Temperature: Approximately 27.2 °C (81 °F) — representing the average of the nightly low temperatures.
Average Temperatures For September 2011-2024
https://www.extremeweatherwatch.com/cities/las-vegas/average-temperature-by-year/month-september
Why These Temperatures Matter for Earwig Behavior and Pest Control
With scorching daytime highs exceeding 100 °F in August and sustained heat in September mixed with light rains, earwigs are naturally driven indoors in search of the cooler, moister environments Las Vegas homes can offer—particularly around irrigation systems, air-conditioned interiors, and shaded spots. Temperatures this extreme intensify their urge to escape the desert heat.
Why Are Earwigs So Common in Las Vegas?
The Las Vegas Valley offers the perfect environment for earwigs to thrive:
Hot, dry climate drives them indoors searching for cooler, moist areas.
Irrigated lawns and landscaping provide water and shelter, attracting earwigs from surrounding desert terrain.
Nighttime activity and bright outdoor lighting draw them closer to homes.
Dense housing and shared walls make it easy for infestations to spread from yard to yard.
Because of these conditions, earwigs are one of the most frequent pests homeowners in Las Vegas encounter.
Why Choose Anderson Pest Control for Earwig Problems?
At Anderson Pest Control, we understand the frustration of dealing with persistent earwig infestations. Our professional team offers:
Targeted treatments to eliminate earwigs at the source.
Environmentally responsible solutions that protect your home, family, and pets.
Preventive strategies, including sealing entry points and reducing conducive conditions, so they don’t come back.
Decades of local expertise, giving us an edge in tackling Las Vegas-specific pest challenges.
Earwigs don’t belong inside your home—and with Anderson Pest Control, you don’t have to share your space with them.
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