Red-Headed Centipede Identification & Prevention

Why do I have a red-headed centipede problem?

Red-headed centipedes in your Texas house are likely to have found their way to interior areas in pursuit of moisture; moisture is one of the biggest factors that attract centipedes. If you have moisture problems, leaks, and build-up of standing water outdoors, your property is at a higher risk of picking up a red-headed centipede problem.

Other risk factors that might contribute to an infestation of red-headed centipedes include plenty of cracks around your property’s structure that let these pests inside and clutter or debris piles outdoors that make good hiding spots.

Where will I find red-headed centipedes?

Red-headed centipedes prefer being in dark and moist areas. If you notice centipedes in your house, they will likely stay around bathrooms, basements, garages, and underneath porches or decks where moisture tends to accumulate. In outdoor areas, you may see these pests around woodpiles, piles of debris and brush, or hiding in long grasses and fallen logs.

How do I get rid of red-headed centipedes?

Red-headed centipedes are problematic to deal with, and you don’t want to go up against them alone due to the risk of painful bites. Instead, contact Covenant Pest Control at the first signs of these troublesome pests on your property. With our help, you can reclaim your interior and exterior areas from red-headed centipedes in no time and get back to enjoying your property.

Call us now to learn more about our red-headed centipede control solutions.

How can I prevent red-headed centipedes in the future?

Prevent future problems with red-headed centipedes by following our expert tips that deter them from your property:

• Clear debris piles from outside, cut down long grasses, and store wood in elevated areas to reduce centipede hiding spots.
• Address moisture issues both indoors and outdoors to prevent a build-up of water and humidity from attracting centipedes.
• Seal up cracks around your property’s structure and install weather stripping to centipede-proof interior areas.

For additional red-headed centipede control advice or assistance, contact Covenant Pest Control today.