Centipede
What are centipedes?
Centipedes are small, creepy-crawly creatures that can be found in many homes across the United States. They range in size from a few millimeters to a few centimeters, and they have long, slender bodies with many legs. Centipedes range in color from brown to red or sometimes black, and they have a pair of long, poisonous claws that they use to capture their prey. They are often mistaken for millipedes. However, centipedes have only one pair of legs per body segment, while millipedes have two pairs. Centipedes are most active at night, when they search for food. During the day, they hide in dark, damp places like basements and closets. If you think you have centipedes in your home, give Bigfoot a call. We'll be happy to help you get rid of them!
Are centipedes dangerous?
Centipedes are one of the creepiest, crawliest creatures you can find in your home. They're not exactly dangerous, but they're certainly not welcome guests. Centipedes are predators, so they're always on the hunt for smaller insects to feast on. If you have a centipede infestation, it's likely that there are other pests in your home as well. In addition to being creepy, centipedes can also be quite destructive. They're known for eating plants and damaging crops, so it's best to get rid of them as soon as possible. Bigfoot Home Services offers pest control services in Boise, Idaho, and we're experts at getting rid of centipedes. Call, text, or email us and Bigfoot will swoop in to save the day before you can say "heebie jeebies!"
Why do I have a centipede problem?
First, centipedes are attracted to moisture, so if your home is especially damp or humid, it may be more susceptible to an infestation. Second, centipedes feed on other insects, so if your property is already infested with pests like ants or silverfish, the centipedes will have plenty to eat. Finally, centipedes need a dark place to hide during the day, so if your home has lots of nooks and crannies for them to hide in, it may be more likely to attract these pests. If you're concerned about a centipede infestation, contact Bigfoot Home Services. We offer pest control services that will help get rid of centipedes for good.
Where will I find centipedes?
Centipedes are found in damp places such as basements, bathrooms, and kitchens. They are also often found outdoors in gardens and other moist areas. Centipedes are most active at night, when they come out to hunt for food. During the day, they hide in dark places such as under rocks or in mulch. In the winter, centipedes hibernate in protected places such as cracks in walls or beneath logs.
How do I get rid of centipedes?
If you're dealing with a centipede infestation, there are a few things you can do to get rid of them. First, try to eliminate their food sources by sealing up any cracks or crevices where they might be able to access your home. You can also set out traps or use bait to attract and kill centipedes. Finally, if all else fails, you can always call in a professional pest control company like Bigfoot Home Services to take care of the problem for you. In Boise, Idaho, we offer comprehensive pest control services that will quickly and efficiently eliminate centipedes and other unwanted guests from your home. Don't wait around for these guys to leave on their own, give Bigfoot a call today!
FAQ
Picking the right pest control provider for your home isn't a decision you should make all willy nilly. We are confident that we provide the best service for the best value in the game, and we want you to feel that confidence as well. These are some of the most common questions we hear from new customers.
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Absolutely! Our word is our bond, so when we say we'll get rid of your pest problems, we are dead serious about that. If you see bugs between quarterly treatments, don't hesitate to text, call, or email our office so we can get a technician out to you ASAP.
If you see increased activity after a treatment, that usually means the bugs are freaking out because they know the end is nigh. The products we use have been scientifically designed for the long game. They don't kill on contact, they kill by sticking to bugs and letting them do the dirty work for us. Pests carry the insecticide back to the nest and spread it to the others, effectively wiping out the community, instead of individual bugs.
Our top-notch products usually take about two weeks to reach maximum effectiveness. If you have any concerns before or after that two week period, don't hesitate to text, call, or email our office so we can get a technician to your home to check on things.
Hate to break it to you, but that little can of Raid isn't going to cut it. You might kill a wasp or spider here and there, but there's a much bigger picture that you can't understand if you're not trained in the ways of the pest. As a matter of fact, if you kill a few pests, the hive can begin to sense that they are under attack and actually go into baby-making overdrive to offset the onslaught. That's why the products we use take time to spread. By the time the pests notice something is wrong, it's too late. Pest control is based on years of science, testing, and experimentation with products and application methods 1000x more advanced than the can of bug spray you got at Home Depot.
Unfortunately, bugs have a few million extra years of evolutionary survival skills on us, which makes them tricky little... buggers. It's impossible to kill every last bug, or prevent a single one from coming back. That's why we advocate for quarterly pest treatment: it's simply the best way to be bug-free in the long term. Bugs can still scurry, crawl, or fly into your home at any time, and that's why we offer free re-services between treatments. If the bugs come back, so do we.
We'll play it by eye, but it's typically unnecessary. 99% of the battle against pests is fought and won outdoors. We hit them hard at the source (outside), then create and maintain a barrier around your home to keep these pesky suckers out of your humble abode. Most of the time, only one of four yearly services will require indoor treatment, but we will always treat indoors if you see pest activity, or if you just want some extra peace of mind. We're not afraid to go the extra mile –anytime, anywhere.
Of course! We get it, pesticides have a bad rap and sound kind scary. You're trying to protect your family, so it would really suck if our products were more dangerous than the pests we're obliterating with them. Have no fear, the pesticides we use are Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved, meaning they've been through a ton of rigorous tests to ensure they are safe for humans and animals alike. But we don't stop there, all of our technicians are highly trained and certified when it comes to the products and methods of application.
In our decades of experience, we've learned that one-time services end up being ineffective in the long run, and we don't want to mess with things that don't make your home a happier and safer place. Quarterly service allows us to maintain our Level Five barrier around your home, ensuring that these stupid bugs don't ever make it to the warmth and safety of the indoors of your home.
Long story short, it's (usually) a waste of your money and our time. Bugs are always active, but considerably less active in the winter months, and almost totally inactive outdoors. Don't worry though, we won't leave you hanging. If you notice a pest problem crop up inside your house from December–February, we'll be there to lay the smack down before you can say, "Jiminy Christmas!"
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