Question
We have had an over run of inch worms in the house.  We find at least 5 every morning and then again when we return from work.  Do you have any idea what could be bringing this on?  It seems they only appear in the kitchen.  

Thank you

Answer
There is no way of knowing what originally brought them in, but one thing is certain, they have laid eggs and multiplied. Their natural tendency is to congregate in areas with food, such as the kitchen.

The best deterrent for worms and other crawling insects is BT, otherwise known as Bacillus Thuringiensis. This product is organic and comes only in powder form. It is commonly sold under the names Dipel or MVP. If you cannot find it at your local garden center, you can purchase it online at either Planet Natural or Gardens Alive.

Another organic control that is effective against worms is diatomaceous earth. This product is comprised of crushed fossilized diatoms. Although it is broken down into a fine powder, the shavings are extremely abrasive to soft-bodied creatures, such as caterpillars, worms, and centipedes. When they crawl through the powder, their bodies absorb the substance through their exoskeleton, causing them to slowly die from dehydration. In short, the abrasive shavings result in very small cuts on the worm's body causing them to lose fluid and perish.

I hope this information helps. Good luck, and please write again if I can ever be of assistance.

Regards,

Mike