Crickets in Alabama
The chirping that won’t quit — or the humpbacked "spider crickets" in your basement — are two crickets common in Alabama homes.
How to identify crickets
House crickets are light brown, about 3/4" long, with long antennae and the familiar nighttime chirp. Camel (cave) crickets are humpbacked, wingless, tan, with very long legs — they don’t chirp but jump when disturbed and are often called "spider crickets."
Behavior in Alabama
Crickets move indoors seeking moisture and shelter, concentrating in garages, basements, crawlspaces, and around foundations. Camel crickets favor damp, dark areas; house crickets are drawn to warmth and light, and their chirping carries through quiet rooms.
Why crickets are a problem
Signs of crickets activity
- Nighttime chirping inside the home
- Humpbacked crickets jumping in basements/crawlspaces
- Chew damage to fabric or paper
- Clusters around foundation and garage doors
When they’re active
Most invade in late summer and fall as outdoor conditions dry out and cool, pushing them toward the foundation and indoors.
How EnviroCare controls crickets
EnviroCare treats foundation, garage, and crawlspace harborage with EPA-registered products per label and addresses the moisture and entry points crickets use. Recurring exterior treatment intercepts them before they get inside.
See our Pest Control service →Common questions
What are the humpbacked "spider crickets" in my basement?
Those are camel (cave) crickets — wingless, long-legged, and harmless but unsettling. They love damp basements and crawlspaces, so moisture control plus treatment works best.
How do I stop crickets from getting in?
Sealing gaps around doors and the foundation, reducing moisture, and exterior perimeter treatment all reduce entry. We address the harborage around the home, not just the crickets inside.
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