Centipede Pest Control in Santa Ana, CA

Quick Facts About Centipedes

Habits

In homes, the house centipede prefers to live in damp areas, such as cellars, closets, bathrooms, attics (during warmer months), and excavated areas under the house. Eggs are laid in these same damp places, as well as behind baseboards or beneath bark on firewood.

Habitat

Centipedes tend to spend their time in dark, humid areas. They feed on other small pests, so they will be in locations where other pests thrive.

Threats

Although this centipede can bite, its jaws are quite weak. There usually is not more than a slight swelling if a bite occurs. From an entomological point of view, they could be considered beneficial. Most homeowners, however, usually take a different point of view and insist that they be eliminated.

Prevention

Using dehumidifiers in basements and other damp areas to keep the moisture content of the air below 55% relative humidity will aid in controlling this pest. Also, eliminating spiders and other small pests through vacuuming will help aid in control.