Centipede & Millipede Control Services
Centipedes and millipedes invade Hampton Roads homes in large numbers, especially during wet weather. A heavy infestation signals moisture issues — professional perimeter treatment stops the invasion at the source.
What to Look For
Why They Are Invading
Large Numbers After Rain
An influx following rain or damp weather — classic migration from moisture-rich outdoor harborage areas near your home's foundation.
Frequent Basement Sightings
Ground-level and below-ground areas are first points of entry — regular sightings in basements or crawlspaces indicate active ongoing entry.
Damp Areas Near Home
Finding them near leaky pipes or wet crawlspaces indicates both a pest problem and an underlying moisture problem that needs attention.
Thick Mulch Against Foundation
Dense mulch, decomposing leaves, or groundcover directly against your foundation creates ideal harborage — a primary invitation for both species.
Cracks in Foundation
Gaps in foundation walls, around utility penetrations, and under doors are primary entry points these flat, flexible creatures exploit.
Many Other Insects Indoors
House centipedes feed on other insects. Seeing many centipedes often signals an underlying insect problem attracting and sustaining them.
Our Process
Our Treatment Approach
Inspection & Source ID
We identify entry points, moisture sources, and outdoor harborage areas — mulch beds, decomposing organic matter, and damp foundation areas where populations originate.
Perimeter Barrier Treatment
Residual insecticide applied in a band around the entire foundation, entry points, and the zone between foundation and landscaping — creating a barrier they cannot cross.
Interior Treatment
Basements, crawlspaces, and ground-level interior areas receive residual treatment along baseboards, in corners, and near all known entry points.
Habitat Modification Advice
We recommend crawlspace ventilation improvements, moisture reduction, moving mulch away from the foundation, and sealing entry points for long-term prevention.
Coverage Area
We Serve All of Hampton Roads
Centipede & Millipede Control available in all 14 cities we serve.
Why Choose Us
Why Hampton Roads Chooses Complete Pest Management
- ✓ 30+ years serving Newport News — We know Hampton Roads pests, seasons, and homes better than any national chain.
- ✓ Family-owned, not franchised — Dennis and Evan show up personally. You speak to the owners, not a call center.
- ✓ Kid & pet safe products — Every product is EPA-approved and carefully selected for household safety.
- ✓ Same-week scheduling — We typically have availability within the week. Urgent situations are prioritized.
- ✓ Pest-Free Complete Guarantee — If pests return between visits, we come back at no charge, no questions asked.
- ✓ No long-term contracts — We earn your repeat business by doing great work, not by locking you in.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
House centipedes can technically bite if handled, but bites are rare and cause only minor localized pain. They are not medically significant for most people. Their presence is a nuisance rather than a safety concern.
Centipedes and millipedes migrate in large numbers during and after heavy rain, as temperatures drop in fall, or when outdoor harborage becomes overcrowded. Sudden large influxes are typically weather-driven rather than indoor breeding.
House centipedes can reproduce indoors if conditions are right, but most invasions are migration from outside. Addressing exterior conditions and sealing entry points is the most effective long-term solution.
Absolutely. Reducing moisture in crawlspaces and basements, fixing leaks, and improving ventilation makes your home dramatically less hospitable to these pests. Moisture control is equally important as pesticide application.
Seal gaps around pipes and utility penetrations. Keep mulch at least 12 inches from the foundation. Fix any moisture issues. Reduce exterior lighting that attracts the insects centipedes feed on. Our quarterly perimeter treatment provides ongoing barrier protection.
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