House centipedes are fast, long-legged insects often seen in basements, bathrooms and laundry rooms. They’re not dangerous to most people, but many homeowners want them gone. Empire Wildlife Control treats centipedes and helps you reduce the conditions that attract them.
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Signs of Centipedes
- Fast-moving, many-legged insects in basements or bathrooms
- Sightings at night or in damp areas
- Centipedes in sinks, tubs or floor drains
Why Centipedes Come Inside
House centipedes like damp places and feed on other small insects. If you’re seeing many centipedes, it often means there’s moisture and other bugs for them to eat.
How We Treat It
We inspect to confirm the pest and find where it’s coming from, explain the plan and price before we start, and treat using products and methods suited to the location, keeping kids and pets in mind. We’ll also tell you what you can do to help keep them from coming back.
Prevention Tips
- Use a dehumidifier in the basement
- Fix leaky pipes and drains
- Seal cracks around the foundation and windows
- Clear clutter and boxes off basement floors
Frequently Asked Questions
Do house centipedes bite?
Rarely. They can bite if handled, but it’s usually no worse than a bee sting.
Why do I see more in fall?
As it gets colder, centipedes and the insects they eat move indoors.
Areas We Serve
We offer pest control across Durham Region and York Region, including Ajax, Pickering, Oshawa, Bowmanville and Newmarket, as well as Toronto.
Related Services
Millipedes, Silverfish and Spiders. See all pest control services.
Get Help Today
Call (289) 408-9940 or fill out the form below. Tell us what you’re seeing, where, and how we can reach you. Back to Empire Wildlife Control home.
