If you’re spotting scorpions inside, there’s a reason. These nighttime hunters don’t just wander in for fun—your home is offering something they want. Whether it's food, shelter, or just a cool place to hide, understanding what attracts scorpions can help you keep them out.
Here are the top five reasons scorpions choose to move in:
1. Insects to Eat
Scorpions are opportunistic predators. If your home has roaches, crickets, spiders, or other bugs, it’s basically a buffet.
How to fix it:
- Address any insect problems quickly
- Use insect control methods inside and outside
- Keep outdoor lights off at night or switch to bug-repelling yellow bulbs
2. Moisture
Scorpions live in deserts, but they still need water. They’re drawn to areas with leaks, condensation, or high humidity.
How to fix it:
- Repair leaky pipes and irrigation systems
- Use dehumidifiers in basements, closets, and garages
- Avoid overwatering plants near your home
3. Cool, Dark Places to Hide
Scorpions spend their days tucked away in tight, shaded spaces. Indoors, that means closets, under furniture, and even inside shoes or laundry.
How to fix it:
- Declutter floors and storage spaces
- Keep shoes, towels, and clothes off the ground
- Use Scorpion Detectors along baseboards and walls to catch them before you do
4. Easy Access Through Gaps and Cracks
Scorpions can squeeze through openings as small as a credit card’s thickness. Any crack in your home’s exterior could be a doorway.
How to fix it:
- Seal cracks in foundations, walls, and window frames
- Install door sweeps and weather stripping
- Check vents, utility penetrations, and attic access points
5. Outdoor Clutter
Scorpions thrive in woodpiles, brush, dense plants, and stored materials. The closer that clutter is to your home, the higher the risk.
How to fix it:
- Move firewood and stored items at least 20 feet from your home
- Trim back bushes and remove leaf piles
- Avoid using bark mulch near entryways
Scorpions don’t just show up—they’re invited by the right conditions. Eliminate their favorite hiding spots and food sources, and you’ll make your home far less appealing. And if one still slips by? Our Scorpion Detectors will make sure you’re the first to know.
