How To Get Rid Of Camel Crickets

Camel crickets (also called cave crickets or spider crickets) can become a serious nuisance once they invade basements, crawlspaces, garages, or warehouses. They’re attracted to dark, damp areas and can multiply quickly if conditions favor them. While our professional pest control is the most reliable solution, a determined home or business owner can take steps to manage them on their own. Here’s a step by step approach to do-it-yourself camel cricket control:

Reduce Moisture and Humidity

Dehumidifiers: Run a dehumidifier in basements, crawlspaces, or storage rooms to make the environment less attractive.
Ventilation: Improve airflow with fans or vents to keep damp areas dry.
Fix Leaks: Repair dripping pipes, clogged drains, or roof leaks that create ideal breeding grounds.

Camel crickets thrive in moist environments—drying out their habitat is one of the most effective long-term prevention methods.

Seal Entry Points

Inspect foundations, door thresholds, utility gaps, basement windows, and crawlspace vents.
Use silicone caulk, door sweeps, or weatherstripping to block openings.
Install mesh screens on vents to keep them from sneaking inside.

This not only keeps camel crickets out but also deters other pests.

Remove Clutter and Harborage

Declutter storage areas, especially cardboard boxes, stacks of paper, or fabric piles where crickets hide.
Store items in plastic bins with tight-fitting lids instead of cardboard.
Keep outdoor firewood, mulch, and compost piles away from the building’s foundation.

Eliminating hiding spots makes infestations easier to manage.

Use Traps

Sticky traps (glue boards): Place them along walls, behind furniture, and near suspected entry points. They’re highly effective at catching crickets.
DIY soapy water traps: A shallow dish with water and a few drops of dish soap can attract and drown them.
Light traps: In dark areas, a small light source over a sticky trap can lure them in.

Traps help reduce populations and let you monitor activity.

Apply Insecticides (Optional but Effective)

Use a residual insecticide spray labeled for crickets in cracks, crevices, and around baseboards.
Apply outdoor barrier treatments around the foundation, windows, and doors to prevent entry.
Avoid overuse indoors—focus treatments where crickets hide (crawlspaces, basements, garages).

Always follow label instructions carefully for safety and effectiveness.

Maintain Outdoor Landscaping

Keep grass trimmed short and remove excess vegetation near the structure.
Move mulch, compost, or leaf litter away from the foundation.
Reduce exterior lighting at night or switch to yellow “bug lights,” which are less attractive to insects.

These steps minimize outdoor populations that may wander inside.

To successfully get rid of camel crickets yourself, focus on drying out their environment, sealing entry points, decluttering hiding spots, and using sticky traps. For heavier infestations, adding insecticide treatments around high-activity areas and outdoor barriers can improve results.

The Best Way To Get Rid Of Camel Crickets

Our professional pest control is the best way to eliminate camel crickets because these pests can be surprisingly persistent and difficult to manage with DIY methods alone. Here’s why hiring our professionals is often the most effective solution:

Accurate Identification

Camel crickets can be confused with other types of crickets or insects. Our pest control professionals can:

Correctly identify the species, which is crucial because treatment strategies vary.
Determine the extent of the infestation and whether other pests may be contributing to the problem.

Misidentifying them can lead to ineffective DIY treatments and repeated infestations.

Targeted and Effective Treatments

Our professionals have access to industrial-grade insecticides and baits that are more potent and longer-lasting than consumer products.
We can apply treatments in hard-to-reach areas such as behind walls, crawlspaces, basements, and attics where camel crickets hide.
We know the best formulations for both indoor and outdoor control, creating a barrier to prevent re-entry.

This precision reduces the risk of waste, ineffective applications, and chemical exposure to humans or pets.

Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

Our professional exterminators use an IPM approach, which combines multiple control strategies for long-term results:

Inspection and monitoring to identify breeding sites.
Exclusion techniques to seal entry points.
Environmental modifications to reduce moisture and clutter.
Chemical treatments only where necessary.

This holistic approach not only removes the existing population but also prevents future infestations.

Time and Labor Savings

DIY methods can be time-consuming and repetitive—camel crickets often reappear if their habitat is not fully addressed. Our professionals can:

Rapidly reduce large populations.
Save you the ongoing effort of trapping, spraying, and monitoring.
Offer follow-up visits to ensure the infestation is fully eradicated.

This is particularly important for businesses, where infestations can affect operations, storage, or customer areas.

Safety and Compliance

Our professionals know how to apply insecticides safely to minimize exposure risks to people, pets, and the environment.
We comply with local regulations regarding pesticide use, which can be crucial for commercial properties.

This reduces the liability and risk that can come with improper DIY chemical use.

Camel crickets are challenging to eliminate completely because they hide in dark, damp spaces and can reproduce rapidly. Our professionals provide accurate identification, effective treatment, long-term prevention, and safety, making us the most reliable solution for both homes and businesses.

Get Rid Of Camel Crickets With Miche Pest Control

Hiring our team of professionals at Miche Pest Control is an investment in long-term protection, expertise, and peace of mind. Here’s why:

Personalized Service and Local Expertise: We know the specific pest pressures in the area—such as seasonal rodent activity, regional ant species, or local termite threats. Our technicians understand the environment, climate, and building types common to the area, allowing them to provide targeted, effective treatments.
High-Quality, Comprehensive Solutions: As a full-service provider, we doe’t just treat surface problems; we address the root causes. From inspections and prevention to exclusion and ongoing maintenance, we deliver complete, integrated pest management (IPM) programs designed to both eliminate infestations and prevent future ones.
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Customized Treatment Plans: We tailor our services to your property’s specific needs instead of using one-size-fits-all chemical treatments. This results in safer, more effective pest control that minimizes environmental impact and reduces unnecessary pesticide use.
Highly Trained, Experienced Technicians: We invest in training, certification, and continuing education for our technicians. We stay current on the latest pest biology, control techniques, and safety standards.
Long-Term Prevention and Value: Our focus on providing quality service means fewer callbacks, longer-lasting protection, and better value over time. Instead of repeated, temporary fixes, you get strategic solutions that protect your home or business for the long run and provide better peace of mind.

Hiring our team means you get expertise you can trust, faster service, safer and more effective treatments, and long-term results that protect both your property and your peace of mind. Contact us today!