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Causes
- Moisture issues: Centipedes thrive in high-humidity environments. Areas with poor ventilation or frequent moisture buildup provide ideal conditions for these pests.
- Ongoing Pest Problems: Centipedes are predators. If you're seeing them indoors, it's often a sign that other insects are present as well.
- Gaps in Foundation: Centipedes are small and flexible, able to squeeze through tiny cracks and openings in your home's structure. Common entry points include damaged weatherstripping and gaps around doors or windows.
- Ideal Nesting Conditions: Cluttered spaces offer shelter, warmth, and hiding spots for centipedes to rest during the day.
Treatment
- Inspection and Identification: Our technicians start with a property inspection to locate signs of centipede activity, identify the species, and note any conducive conditions.
- Targeted Treatment: Residual insecticides will be applied to cracks, crevices, baseboards, wall voids, and known entry points.
- Address Moisture Issues: Our team helps you identify hidden leaks, damp zones, or humidity problems that may be sustaining the infestation. From there, we’ll recommend actionable steps to lower moisture levels.
- Prevention Measures: We seal pest entry points with high-quality materials to block future intrusions. Our team also provides prevention guidance so your space stays protected long after treatment is complete.
Prevention
- Seal Entry Points: Small gaps can offer big opportunities for centipedes to enter unnoticed. Make sure doors, windows, vents, and utility penetrations are properly sealed.
- Address Pest Issues: Ensure all other pest issues are addressed to keep centipedes out. Remove the prey, and you eliminate the predator.
- Keep It Dry: Maintain dry, well-ventilated indoor conditions, especially in basements, bathrooms, and crawl spaces. Use exhaust fans, fix plumbing leaks quickly, and consider a dehumidifier if indoor humidity is consistently high.
- Eliminate Indoor & Outdoor Attractants: Clear away leaf litter, mulch, overgrown vegetation, and woodpiles outside your home. Indoors, reduce clutter and store items off the ground to minimize hiding places.
For reliable pest control, it’s best to work with a licensed centipede exterminator. The Hello Pest Control team can identify the root causes, implement a targeted treatment plan, and provide guidance for ongoing prevention.
Causes
- Moisture issues: Centipedes thrive in high-humidity environments. Areas with poor ventilation or frequent moisture buildup provide ideal conditions for these pests.
- Ongoing Pest Problems: Centipedes are predators. If you're seeing them indoors, it's often a sign that other insects are present as well.
- Gaps in Foundation: Centipedes are small and flexible, able to squeeze through tiny cracks and openings in your home's structure. Common entry points include damaged weatherstripping and gaps around doors or windows.
- Ideal Nesting Conditions: Cluttered spaces offer shelter, warmth, and hiding spots for centipedes to rest during the day.
Treatment
- Inspection and Identification: Our technicians start with a property inspection to locate signs of centipede activity, identify the species, and note any conducive conditions.
- Targeted Treatment: Residual insecticides will be applied to cracks, crevices, baseboards, wall voids, and known entry points.
- Address Moisture Issues: Our team helps you identify hidden leaks, damp zones, or humidity problems that may be sustaining the infestation. From there, we’ll recommend actionable steps to lower moisture levels.
- Prevention Measures: We seal pest entry points with high-quality materials to block future intrusions. Our team also provides prevention guidance so your space stays protected long after treatment is complete.
Prevention
- Seal Entry Points: Small gaps can offer big opportunities for centipedes to enter unnoticed. Make sure doors, windows, vents, and utility penetrations are properly sealed.
- Address Pest Issues: Ensure all other pest issues are addressed to keep centipedes out. Remove the prey, and you eliminate the predator.
- Keep It Dry: Maintain dry, well-ventilated indoor conditions, especially in basements, bathrooms, and crawl spaces. Use exhaust fans, fix plumbing leaks quickly, and consider a dehumidifier if indoor humidity is consistently high.
- Eliminate Indoor & Outdoor Attractants: Clear away leaf litter, mulch, overgrown vegetation, and woodpiles outside your home. Indoors, reduce clutter and store items off the ground to minimize hiding places.
For reliable pest control, it’s best to work with a licensed centipede exterminator. The Hello Pest Control team can identify the root causes, implement a targeted treatment plan, and provide guidance for ongoing prevention.
