How to get rid of centipedes in San Diego County
House centipedes turn up in San Diego bathrooms, garages, and laundry rooms wherever damp, dark conditions give them cover during the day. They look unsettling with their long legs and quick movement, but they are actually hunting the smaller insects already inside your home.
What you're dealing with
The house centipede is the species most commonly found indoors in San Diego County, recognizable by its long antennae, banded legs, and fast, erratic movement.
How to get rid of centipedes: step by step
- Run a dehumidifier or exhaust fan in damp roomsBathrooms, laundry areas, and garages with poor airflow are the main centipede hot spots, and cutting the humidity removes the draw.
- Fix leaks and standing moistureCheck under sinks, around water heaters, and in crawl spaces for the damp conditions centipedes need to survive.
- Reduce the insects they are huntingCentipedes follow their food source, so addressing spiders, silverfish, and other small insects removes what is drawing them in.
- Seal gaps around baseboards and pipesCaulk entry points where centipedes travel between damp areas and living spaces.
- Clear clutter in garages and storage areasStacked boxes and undisturbed piles give centipedes daytime hiding spots close to the house.
When to call a pro
Centipedes showing up regularly in multiple rooms usually points to a bigger insect population they are feeding on, or a moisture issue bigger than one leak. General pest control service addresses both the centipedes and the underlying insect activity in one visit. Call (858) 400-6561 for current pricing.
Check general pest cost, or read the signs of centipedes first.
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Common questions
Are house centipedes in San Diego County dangerous to people or pets?
They can bite if handled, but it is rare and usually no worse than a bee sting. House centipedes actually help by eating other household insects.
Why do I mostly see centipedes in the bathroom?
Bathrooms hold the most consistent humidity in a house, and centipedes need that moisture to survive. Running the exhaust fan longer cuts activity fast.
Does seeing a centipede mean I have a bigger pest problem?
Often yes. Centipedes hunt other insects, so regular sightings can point to an underlying spider, silverfish, or ant population worth checking.
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