Their body has 15 segments, each with a pair of long legs banded with white.
They are generally solitary, so infestations are rare. They can be found living in damp areas of the house, like basements, closets, and bathrooms. Sometimes they can even be found in tubs and sinks. During the warmer months, they may also be found in attics and crawl spaces. They are most active at night and hide during the day in floor drains or under cardboard boxes.
Centipedes are active hunters and are constantly looking for prey. Many people would consider them beneficial to find inside homes because they kill truly unwelcome insects.. They will kill and eat silverfish, roaches, spiders, moths, flies, and even termites, in addition to other insects. Consequently, if you frequently find them in your house, it may be a sign of a bigger pest problem.
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While most centipedes are not harmful to humans, some species can deliver a painful bite.
Effective centipede treatments may include using insecticide sprays or dusts, as well as sealing cracks and gaps in walls and floors to prevent centipedes from entering your home. It’s best to consult with a pest control professional for the most effective treatment plan.
Centipedes are attracted to damp and dark areas, so reducing moisture in your home and keeping it well-lit can help prevent them from entering.
To prevent centipedes from entering your home, seal any cracks or gaps in walls or floors, eliminate sources of standing water, and reduce clutter in your home.
Centipedes don’t really leave any evidence that indicates they are in your home. Instead of building a nest, they find a new hiding place each day. You are most likely to accidentally find a house centipede resting on a wall, darting out from their hiding place, or trapped in a sink or tub.
To get rid of centipedes in your home, thoroughly clean damp areas of your house, like the basement, bathroom, or attic, and remove their hiding places. You can kill them with an indoor insect barrier, but the best barrier of protection would be the exterior barrier. You can also simply vacuum them up when you find them, then seal and dispose of the vacuum bag to keep them from escaping.
To help prevent future centipede problems inside your home, there are several things that you can do:
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