If you already have a few scuttling around, don’t squash them—they’ll just leave a little gray smear. Instead, sweep them up gently and release them outside near a compost pile or under a rock. They’re actually good for your garden, eating dead stuff and aerating the soil.
Or you can use diatomaceous earth (a white powder that’s harmless to you but feels like broken glass to their little legs). Sprinkle it along baseboards and under sinks. It’s like setting up a velvet rope that says, “Sorry, you’re not on the list.”
Step 3: The Great Seal-Up
Wood lice are tiny, but they’re not magicians. They get in through cracks gaps around doors, windows, and pipes. Caulk is your best friend—run a bead along gaps in the foundation or around window frames. It’s like putting a cozy sweater on your house, but instead of warmth, you’re blocking creepy-crawlies.
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Don’t forget the weather stripping on your exterior doors. If you can slide a piece of paper under the door, a wood louse can definitely waltz in. Seal the deal.
