Crickets can be found all over the world. So, if there are crickets that enter the house, it's not at all a strange thing. Crickets often cause problems because they make a lot of noise at night when you want to sleep. In addition, these insects also cause damage to several objects such as clothes, carpets, and books. If there are crickets that enter the house, you can do several ways to kill them. Alternatively, you can also catch them using traps. Once you've overcome this, create an unpleasant environment for the crickets so you won't have to deal with these insects again in the future.
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Method 1 of 3: Attracting Crickets
Step 1. Use cricket traps
Buy a trap with adhesive (usually used to trap mice), then place it where the crickets roam. The crickets will stick to the traps when they walk on them.
Attract crickets by placing a small amount of cornstarch in the center of the trap
Step 2. Catch crickets using a drink can
Prepare a drink can and leave a few drops of its contents. Place the can rolled over in an area where the crickets roam. The crickets will be attracted by the remaining drink, then crawl into the can, and get trapped inside.
If you like fishing, use the crickets you catch as bait. Alternatively, you can open the lid of the can outside and remove the crickets if you wish
Step 3. Make a molasses (cane drop) trap
You can use this method to catch crickets without having to buy a commercial glue trap. Prepare a clean glass jar, then put a spoonful of molasses in it. Add a little water so that the molasses becomes slightly runny. Place the jar that has been opened in the area where the crickets roam. The crickets will be attracted to the molasses, and jump into the jar to get it.
- The crickets cannot escape because they are trapped in the sticky molasses.
- Don't forget to clean the jar regularly.
Method 2 of 3: Getting Rid of Crickets
Step 1. Hit any crickets you come across
This is the easiest way to kill crickets. If a cricket enters your house, and you don't want to catch it, use something like a broom or shoe to hit it.
Try to kill him in a humane way. Hit hard so that the crickets really die
Step 2. Use insect repellent spray
There are many insecticides on the market. If you're having trouble with bugs in your home, buy an insect repellent spray to kill crickets (or other insects that enter your home).
Be careful when using insect repellent spray. After the crickets die, remove the insects using a tissue. Put the crickets in the toilet and flush them with water or throw them in the trash. Use a disinfectant to clean the area where the insect repellent has been sprayed. Next, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water
Step 3. Suck up the crickets using a vacuum cleaner
If you've just found a cricket in your home, vacuum it up with a vacuum cleaner. If you're concerned about crickets, vacuum your house thoroughly, and use an additional nozzle to vacuum the area under the baseboard that is all over the house. This action is expected to suck up eggs or crickets hiding there.
If your vacuum cleaner doesn't have a bag, don't forget to throw the contents of the vacuum cleaner in the trash outside the house. If your vacuum cleaner comes with a bag, replace the bag as soon as you finish vacuuming the crickets. Dispose of the newly used bag in the trash can outside the house and place it in a location away from the house
Step 4. Use pepper spray to kill the crickets
If you have pepper spray, kill the crickets quickly with the spray. Pepper spray is a very lethal ingredient to crickets.
Be careful when using pepper spray. This material can be painful if you use it near your face. Wash your hands thoroughly after you use this spray
Step 5. Use a jar to catch the crickets
If there is only one cricket in the house, you can catch it easily with a jar. When you come across a cricket, quickly place a glass jar over the cricket so that the insect is trapped inside. Take a thin, strong piece of cardboard (you can also use postcards) and tuck it under the mouth of the jar. Now you can turn the jar upside down (so the cardboard is on top of the jar), and take it outside.
Take the crickets away from home. If you just dump them near the front door, the crickets can re-enter the house
Method 3 of 3: Keeping Crickets from Entering the House
Step 1. Have a dog or cat
Dogs and cats are excellent pets for dealing with insects that enter your home. Both of these animals are more adept at finding insects than humans. So, if there are crickets hiding in the house, let this pet handle it.
Don't forget that raising a pet is a big responsibility. Don't keep a dog or cat just to kill crickets
Step 2. Make your home a less attractive place for crickets
If there are a lot of wet areas in your home, identify them and try to reduce them if possible. Crickets like damp areas, so you'll have to deal with issues that are causing some parts of your home to become damp.
- Crickets are also attracted to bright lights. Therefore, replace all outdoor lights (such as patio lights) with yellow lights or sodium vapor lights that are less attractive to crickets.
- Look for the points the crickets use to get into the house. For example, there may be a window that doesn't close tightly. Check the door frame to make sure that there are no holes for the crickets to pass through.
Step 3. Call an extermination service
If you live in an area that is frequently infested with insects, you may have a company that provides pest control services in your area. You can invite him to come over and spray your house with insecticide several times a year. If you are no longer able to cope with the cricket infestation, this may be the easiest way to solve the problem.
- Make sure the pest control service you hire is licensed to operate.
- If you have pets, tell the extermination service about this, and ask if the products they use are safe for people, children, and pets.
