House Centipedes (Scutigera coleptrata) are common throughout the US. Yellow greyish in color this centipede has up to 15 pairs of legs and kills and eats other anthropoids such as bed bugs, silverfish and ants. The body of an adult ranges from 1 to 1 ½ inches in length. They can run across floors, up walls and across at a rapid speed. Hatching in the Spring, they prefer cool and damp places such as beneath rocks or wood piles. Indoors, they are commonly found living in basements, bathrooms and utility rooms.
Are House Centipedes Dangerous?
Generally considered harmless to humans, they have been known to bite which may cause mild to severe swelling
How Do You Get Rid of House Centipedes?
House centipedes can be hard to control and that is the reason our Omaha based technicians identify and treat the issue inside and outside of the dwelling. We use the latest EPA approved pesticides in our treatment programs.
Please contact Pratt Pest Control for a free inspection and estimate, 402-691-2920.
