House centipedes are usually 1 to 1½ inches long. They are greyish yellow with three dark stripes running the length of their back. Their body has 15 segments, each with long legs banded with white. They live in damp areas of the house, like basements, closets, and bathrooms. Sometimes, they can even be found in tubs and sinks. They may also be found in attics and crawl spaces during the warmer months. They are most active at night and hide in floor drains or under cardboard boxes during the day. . Learn to identify, perform centipedes control Richmond Hill and prevent them inside your home.

Signs/damage you will notice

The only sure sign of problems is seeing the pests themselves. They prefer moist environments. Outdoors, find them hiding under leaf debris, in wood piles or under rocks, and in mulch around home foundations. They crawl into homes through cracks and crevices during warm weather. Well, they sprint across walls, ceilings and floors, often seeking damp, dark basement corners.

How do I prevent future centipede problems?

To keep these pests out of your house is to stop them from getting inside in the first place. Just make the area around your home unattractive to them. Check all around the home for entry points where the pests can enter the house during centipede removal Richmond Hill. Common sources of cracks and crevices often are found in the foundation, around wiring access points, and plumbing entry points. These are all accessible places where millipedes, centipedes, or other pests could enter. Centipedes can tolerate lower humidity levels but will still seek out moisture to survive. Use dehumidifiers to keep the air dry. Use fans or keep the AC running when possible, and maintain good airflow in the home to keep the air as dry as possible.

Repair any leaks; the moisture will attract these pests if they find their way into your home. Leaky faucets or pipes can attract millipedes and centipedes, so check major plumbing areas such as the laundry room, bathroom, and kitchen. Clean out and remove debris from gutters and around the home if you have flower beds or hedges nearby. Gutter buildup can lead to high moisture levels in the house. Excessive mulch or leaf litter in flower beds can breed pests and give them an easy place to hide and gain access to your home.

Keep the yard clear and clean. Remove branches and limbs when they fall and rake up leaves. If you have a compost pile, keep it as far from the home as possible. Remove piled-up mulch or woodpiles that store moisture; do not overwater your lawns and gardens.

North Star Pest Control services for residential or commercial property

North Star Pest Control offers pest control services for your residential or commercial property. Our state-licensed pest control Richmond Hill exterminators are trained in how to deal with these pests. Well, our integrated pest management plan will identify problematic areas. They implement effective treatments to ensure your home stays centipede-free.