Cricket Pest Control in Santa Ana, CA

Licensed Cricket Control for Santa Ana Homes & Businesses Since 2010

Neighborly Pest Control has provided licensed, insured pest control to Santa Ana and Orange County since 2010. We handle cricket problems for both residential and commercial properties, using integrated pest management techniques tailored to the specific pest and the specific property. With a 4.9-star average from over 340 reviews and Spanish-speaking team members on staff, we’re built to serve the full range of Orange County residents and businesses. Free inspections and estimates are available with no obligation.

Crickets are a warm-weather pest with an extended active season in Southern California. House crickets are nocturnal, hiding in dark, warm spaces during the day and becoming active at night. Males chirp by rubbing their wings together, and large indoor populations create noticeable noise disturbance. Outside, crickets are drawn to bluish electric lights and can swarm near them in large numbers. They feed on plants and dead or live insects, including other crickets, and are active when temperatures reach 70 degrees or higher. As temperatures drop, they move indoors in search of warmth and moisture.

Crickets also turn up in food processing and storage areas, making them a concern for businesses and homeowners alike. They’re found anywhere conditions are right: sheds, garages, storage rooms, and homes throughout Santa Ana.

Cricket Damage: What’s at Stake

A cricket problem isn’t just noise. Crickets that move indoors can damage clothing, carpeting, and fabrics including wool, cotton, silk, and synthetics. They’re especially attracted to fabric soiled with perspiration and can eat through large areas if left unchecked. They also feed on book bindings, cardboard, and sugary products, extending the damage well beyond the closet.

Steps You Can Take to Reduce Cricket Pressure

Before an infestation takes hold, there are practical steps Santa Ana homeowners can take to reduce cricket pressure around the property:

• Reduce moisture near your home by mowing lawns, weeding plant beds, and removing woodpiles.
• Switch outdoor lights to yellow bulbs or sodium vapor lamps, which attract fewer crickets than standard bluish electric lights.
• Screen windows and doors properly.
• Seal entry points around doors and windows, near utility pipes, and in masonry gaps.

When an infestation is already established, DIY measures are typically insufficient. Professional treatment is needed to locate the source and address it directly.