Start with the bathroom and kitchen. Fix that slow-dripping tap under the sink, and wipe down wet shower walls after use. A dehumidifier in a damp basement or laundry room works wonders. Woodlice are like that friend who overstays when the Wi-Fi is great and the snacks are free—remove the comfort, and they leave.
Check your plant pots, both indoor and outdoor. Watering houseplants is fine, but don’t let saucers fill with stagnant water. Overwatered soil is a woodlouse paradise. Let the top inch of soil dry out between waterings, and you’ll disrupt their little ecosystem.
Seal the Cracks, Close the Doors
Woodlice enter through gaps as thin as a credit card—under doors, around window frames, or through cracks in the foundation. Get a tube of silicone caulk and seal those entry points. It’s a cheap, satisfying DIY fix. Think of it as your home’s personal bouncer, checking IDs at every crack.
Another classic trick: lay a line of diatomaceous earth (food-grade) along baseboards and door frames. It’s a fine powder that’s harmless to humans and pets but cuts into the woodlouse’s waxy exoskeleton, causing them to dehydrate. It’s like a microscopic, natural pitfall trap that sounds cooler than it is effective.
How To Get Rid Of Woodlice | Pest Control Direct
