PROFESSIONAL CENTIPEDE EXTERMINATION
House Centipede Control Services
Targeted control for fast-moving centipedes and the conditions attracting them.
D&K provides professional house centipede control and extermination services for homes throughout Chicago’s western suburbs. We inspect moisture-prone areas, locate entry and hiding points, and address the insects that house centipedes hunt inside the home.
Centipede Sightings Can Point to a Larger Pest Problem
House centipedes are predators. They feed on spiders, silverfish, cockroaches, crickets and other small insects. Repeated sightings can indicate that moisture, shelter and prey are available somewhere in the structure.
Simply treating the centipede you see may not resolve the source. Our centipede control service looks at basements, bathrooms, crawl spaces, utility areas and entry points while also checking for other pest activity.
Our House Centipede Control Process
Inspect & Identify
We confirm house centipede activity and inspect basements, bathrooms, crawl spaces, utility rooms, garages and other sheltered areas.
Find Moisture & Prey
We look for humidity, leaks, cracks and other insects that can support ongoing centipede activity.
Target Harborages
Treatment may include crack-and-crevice applications, void treatments or exterior perimeter work based on where activity is found.
Reduce Reentry
We recommend sealing, moisture correction and pest-prevention steps that make the structure less attractive to centipedes.
Where House Centipedes Hide
Basements and crawl spaces: Cool, humid lower levels can provide shelter and abundant prey insects.
Bathrooms and laundry rooms: Plumbing gaps, floor drains and moisture create protected travel routes.
Utility areas and garages: Foundation cracks, pipe penetrations and door gaps may allow centipedes and their prey indoors.
Wall voids and baseboards: House centipedes rest in narrow concealed areas and emerge primarily at night.
Control the Conditions That Attract Centipedes
Long-term house centipede control often depends on reducing both moisture and prey. Repairing leaks, improving ventilation, using a properly sized dehumidifier and controlling other household insects can make the home less favorable.
Sealing foundation cracks, utility penetrations, door gaps and damaged screens can reduce entry. Your technician will explain the conditions found and the most practical next steps for your property.
House Centipede Extermination FAQs
Why am I suddenly seeing house centipedes?
Will a dehumidifier eliminate house centipedes?
Are house centipedes dangerous?
Learn about identification, behavior, diet and the difference between centipedes and millipedes in our House Centipedes of Illinois guide. You can also explore our broader professional pest control services.