Best Centipedes & Millipedes Control & Removal
House centipedes and millipedes are common household invaders, especially in basements and damp areas. Centipedes are actually beneficial predators that eat other pests, but their fast movement and alarming appearance cause distress. Millipedes are harmless decomposers that invade in large numbers during wet weather.
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Updated: February 2026
Signs of Centipedes & Millipedes
Watch for these common warning signs in your home or property.
- Fast-moving centipedes in bathrooms, basements, and drains
- Millipedes curled up along foundation walls and in window wells
- Large numbers of millipedes after heavy rain
- Other pest populations (centipedes follow their prey)
- Musty, damp conditions in basements and crawl spaces
Centipedes & Millipedes Prevention Tips
Proactive steps you can take to keep centipedes & millipedes out of your home.
Reduce moisture with dehumidifiers and improved ventilation
Seal cracks in the foundation and around basement windows
Remove leaf litter, mulch, and debris from the foundation
Fix exterior drainage to prevent water pooling near the house
Reduce other insect populations that centipedes feed on
Use door sweeps and seal gaps under exterior doors
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Get Free QuotesFrequently Asked Questions About Centipedes & Millipedes
Are house centipedes dangerous?
House centipedes can technically bite, but they rarely do and the bite is not medically significant. They are actually beneficial — they eat cockroaches, silverfish, and other pests.
Should I kill house centipedes?
While unsettling, house centipedes are beneficial predators that help control other pests. However, a large centipede population indicates an underlying pest problem that should be addressed.
Why do I have so many millipedes?
Millipedes live outdoors in soil and mulch. Heavy rain, drought, or fall weather drives them indoors in large numbers. They cannot survive indoors long-term and typically die within a few days.
How do I prevent centipedes and millipedes?
Reduce moisture and humidity, seal foundation cracks, remove organic debris from around the house, and treat the exterior perimeter. Address underlying insect populations that attract centipedes.
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