Centipede Control in Dallas

Centipedes are common in Dallas and throughout most of Texas. They are often found in dark, damp environments. While they help control other insect populations, their presence inside homes can be unsettling.​

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Identifying Centipedes in Dallas

 

The most common species found in homes is the house centipede (Scutigera coleoptrata). Key characteristics include:

• Appearance: Typically around one inch long, with a tan, brown, or yellow body. They have 15 pairs of long, slender legs that give them a distinctive, elongated look.

• Behavior: These fast-moving nocturnal hunters feed on insects and spiders. They are drawn to moisture and commonly hide in basements, bathrooms, and other damp areas.

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Are Centipedes Dangerous?

 

Centipedes are not aggressive but may bite if handled. Their bites cause mild irritation similar to a bee sting, with temporary pain and swelling. Larger species, like the giant redheaded centipede, can deliver a more painful bite, but serious reactions are rare.

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How to Prevent and Eliminate Centipedes

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To keep centipedes out of your home, consider the following steps:

• Reduce Moisture: Fix leaks and use dehumidifiers to lower humidity levels, as centipedes thrive in damp conditions.

• Seal Entry Points: Close gaps around doors, windows, and foundation cracks to prevent them from getting inside.

• Declutter Storage Areas: Keeping basements, closets, and crawl spaces clean removes potential hiding spots.

• Eliminate Their Food Source: Since centipedes feed on insects, reducing other pest activity will make your home less inviting to them.

• Use Sticky Traps: Placing sticky traps in problem areas can help monitor and reduce centipede populations.

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How Smile Pest Control Can Help

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If centipedes have invaded your home, Smile Pest Control offers effective solutions to eliminate them and prevent future infestations.

 

Our services include:

• Thorough Inspections: Identifying centipede activity and potential entry points.

• Customized Treatment Plans: Targeting centipedes while addressing underlying conditions that attract them.

• Moisture Control Guidance: Helping you create an environment that is less appealing to centipedes.

• Ongoing Monitoring: Providing long-term solutions to keep centipedes out of your home.

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If you're dealing with centipedes in Dallas, contact Smile Pest Control today. Our team is dedicated to keeping your home pest-free and comfortable.