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Prevent a Sowbug Infestation
Sowbugs have gills so they will need to live in a moist environment to survive. They have been known to find places to live in dark areas under outdoor stairs and in basements. They generally only come out at night to feed on decaying leaf and vegetable matter so a Sow Bug infestation can be tough to locate.
Finding Sowbugs indoors means there are high moisture conditions present. Reducing the moisture conditions indoors will help make your home less appealing to Sowbugs. Finding them indoors, however, normally indicates that there is a much larger population of them somewhere nearby. South Shore IPM’s professional exterminators understand what to look for and where the most likely places to find Sow Bugs living are.
Sowbugs’ habitat and food requirements allow for a wide variety of areas to be possible locations to inhabit. They are most commonly found in gardens and other outdoor areas where they can regularly feed on leaves. Eliminating good places for them to hide in is often the best way to discourage them from finding a home in your garden. Additional extermination techniques can be effective in the case of bigger infestations.
Professional Sowbug Inspection
A Sowbug inspection from South Shore IPM will cover your entire property and focus on eliminating habitats Sowbugs would find appealing. We will inspect the exterior of your home and address any places where Sowbugs could find shelter in your home. Making sure all holes and cracks are sealed will go a long way to making sure Sowbugs and other types of pests don’t find a way in. Contact us now!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a sowbug?
It is a small, gray, oval-shaped crustacean that lives in moist environments. Unlike insects, they have segmented bodies with overlapping plates and breathe through gills, which is why they need damp conditions to survive.
Where are sowbugs commonly found?
They are most often found in gardens, flower beds, mulch, under rocks, logs, and other damp, shaded areas. If they enter a home, they are usually found in basements, crawl spaces, or other areas with excess moisture.
Why do sowbugs come indoors?
These typically enter homes because they are searching for moisture or accidentally wander inside through cracks, gaps, or open doors. They cannot survive for long in dry indoor conditions, so finding them inside often points to a moisture issue nearby.
What do sowbugs eat?
They feed primarily on decaying organic matter, including dead leaves, rotting wood, and other decomposing plant material. They play a natural role in breaking down organic debris and recycling nutrients in the soil.
How can South Shore IPM help with sowbugs
Our team provides professional inspections and targeted treatments to help reduce their populations around your property. Our team identifies moisture sources, potential entry points, and favorable habitats, then recommends effective solutions to help keep them away.