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Why do I have house centipedes?

Over the last month or so I’ve noticed these really gross house centipedes in my basement and my bathroom. Why do I have house centipedes?

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Chloe Jenkins · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Having bugs in the house is never pleasant. House centipedes are attracted to damp and dark places so it is quite common to find them in basements, bathrooms, and even closets.
House centipedes prey on spiders and cockroaches so if you live in an area where these insects are common, they are likely what is attracting these pests to your home.
The good news is that house centipedes won’t cause any harm to your property, you, or your pets. However, it is completely understandable if you want these pests out of your home. If you decide to call an exterminator, you should know that your home insurance won’t cover it. But if you sign up on the
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