Centipede Control in Virginia Beach, VA
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Centipede Control for Virginia Beach Homes
Finding a fast house centipede in the basement usually means there is a bigger insect problem feeding it.
Our technicians treat the centipedes and the pests they hunt so your Virginia Beach home stops drawing them in.
House centipedes are predators, so their presence points to a supply of other insects in damp basements and crawl spaces. Coastal humidity keeps those lower levels moist enough for both the centipedes and their prey, and low-lying Lynnhaven homes see it often. They move fast and hunt at night, which makes them alarming even though they are harmless. Where the moisture and prey stay, the centipedes stay too.
We inspect the damp areas where centipedes shelter and identify the insects they are feeding on, then treat both together. Reducing humidity and sealing entry points removes the conditions that support them. Cutting the food supply is what keeps centipedes from coming back. The inspection costs nothing, and our service is covered by the Pest-Free Guarantee.
Seasonal Pest Activity
What Presses Hardest on Virginia Beach Homes, Season by Season
House Centipedes runs heaviest in spring around Virginia Beach, and crawl space humidity peaks in summer. Use the chart to plan when your home needs the most attention.
| Pest / Issue | SpringSpr | SummerSum | FallFall | WinterWin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| House CentipedesHeavy rain drives them out of mulch and leaf litter and up to the foundation. | HighHigh | ModerateModerate | HighHigh | QuietQuiet |
| SilverfishThey track humidity, so they turn up wherever a space stays damp. | ModerateModerate | PeakPeak | HighHigh | ModerateModerate |
| CricketsA damp crawl space keeps them going long after the yard cools off. | QuietQuiet | HighHigh | PeakPeak | ModerateModerate |
| CockroachesHeat and humidity speed up breeding; indoor populations run year-round. | ModerateModerate | PeakPeak | HighHigh | ModerateModerate |
| RodentsThe first cold nights move them from the yard into walls and attics. | ModerateModerate | QuietQuiet | PeakPeak | HighHigh |
| SpidersMost noticeable in fall, when mature males wander in search of mates. | QuietQuiet | ModerateModerate | PeakPeak | QuietQuiet |
| Moisture & CondensationHumid summer air condenses on cool crawl space wood and ductwork; winter adds ground water and plumbing leaks. | HighHigh | PeakPeak | ModerateModerate | ModerateModerate |
Neighborhoods We Serve
5 Virginia Beach neighborhoods, A to Z — open the list to find yours.
Neighborhoods We Serve
5 Virginia Beach neighborhoods, A to Z — open the list to find yours.
- Bayside
- Great Neck
- Kempsville
- Lynnhaven
- Thoroughgood
- And surrounding areas...
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"Stephen was fantastic!! What a breath of fresh air after working with another company that was just ripping us off. Stephen was very informative and answered all my questions. I feel confident in the work he is doing and look forward to future visits. I would highly recommend Stephen and Universal for pest control."
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"Scott is my technician, and is always early if not on time. He's polite & friendly and always conscious of covering his feet and trying to be neat in my home. It's nice to have the same consistent technician every quarter."
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Recent Centipede Control Work in Virginia Beach
A representative look at recent centipede control visits around Virginia Beach. Hover a pin or a job card to see what our techs handled — street-level only, we never publish a customer's exact address.
Latest activity
10 recent visits- 1
Moisture & Harborage Reduction
near Thoroughgood 2 hours agoCleared and treated a damp strip of ground cover against the foundation that centipedes were sheltering in.
- 2
Interior Void Treatment
near Lynnhaven 5 hours agoHouse centipedes in a basement bathroom; treated the voids and noted the silverfish they were feeding on.
- 3
Centipede Perimeter Treatment
near Bayside TodayTreated the slab edge and mulch beds after centipedes started appearing in a downstairs hallway.
- 4
Centipede Perimeter Treatment
near Great Neck YesterdayExterior treatment around a slab foundation after centipedes were found in the garage.
- 5
Centipede Perimeter Treatment
near Kempsville 2 days agoTreated the perimeter and the area around the AC condensate line where the ground stays wet.
- 6
Moisture & Harborage Reduction
near Thoroughgood 3 days agoTreated the foundation and moved a woodpile off the wall that was holding damp and hosting centipedes.
- 7
Interior Void Treatment
near Lynnhaven 4 days agoTreated bathroom and utility voids in an older home where centipedes were coming up through the plumbing chase.
- 8
Crawl Space Treatment
near Bayside 5 days agoTreated a crawl space and the access hatch, and knocked down the crickets the centipedes were feeding on.
- 9
Crawl Space Treatment
near Great Neck 6 days agoTreated a damp crawl space where centipedes were living underneath the vapor barrier.
- 10
Crawl Space Treatment
near Kempsville Last weekCrawl space treatment on a home with standing humidity, where centipedes were the visible symptom of a wider insect population.
Representative recent work, shown street-level only. We never publish a customer's exact address.
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How We Compare to Other Pest Control Companies
Not every pest control company in Hampton Roads offers the same thing. Here is a straight comparison of what you get with Universal Pest Control and what is common elsewhere in the industry.
| What to compare | Universal Pest Control | Most pest control companies |
|---|---|---|
| UniGuard ProgramExclusive | Universal Pest Control Termite protection and full pest control combined in one membership for one low monthly payment — from $59/month, with the termite warranty and quarterly pest service included together. | Most pest control companies Termite protection and pest control are usually sold as two separate agreements, with two renewals and two bills to keep track of. |
| SmartPay financingExclusive | Universal Pest Control $0-down payment options on termite treatments, baiting systems, and repairs, so the work can start before payday. Simple, predictable monthly payments. | Most pest control companies Financing, where it is offered, is commonly arranged separately through a third-party lender. |
| Pest Guard Attic Insulation™Exclusive | Universal Pest Control Hampton Roads' only licensed Pest Guard Insulation™ installer, through our sister company Universal Insulation Doctor — insulation manufactured with an EPA-registered pest preventative, so the replacement itself resists the insects that ruined the original. | Most pest control companies Attic insulation is typically referred out, and standard fiberglass has no pest deterrent built into the material. |
| Total Home Health Network | Universal Pest Control Pest and termite control, attic insulation, and duct cleaning coordinated under one roof through the Universal family of companies — one point of contact for the whole job, done in the right order. | Most pest control companies Pest control only. Insulation and duct work are usually booked with separate vendors on separate timelines. |
| A+ BBB rating | Universal Pest Control BBB accredited since 2007 with an A+ rating, earned through consistent, honest work in the same community. | Most pest control companies Accreditation and ratings vary by company — worth checking before you book anyone. |
| 26+ years in business | Universal Pest Control Protecting Hampton Roads homes since 2000 — more than 26 years in the same market, with over 100,000+ homes serviced. | Most pest control companies Tenure in the area varies widely; newer branches and recently opened franchises are common. |
| Family owned & operated | Universal Pest Control Owned and run by a family that has lived in Hampton Roads their whole lives. The people who answer the phone and the crews at your door are your neighbors. | Most pest control companies Ownership varies — many local branches are franchises of national brands, with crews dispatched from outside the area. |
| Guarantees in writing | Universal Pest Control Pest-Free Guarantee and Termite-Free Guarantee: if pests come back between scheduled visits, so do we, at no extra charge. Free inspections, plus same-day and next-day service. | Most pest control companies Retreatment terms, callback windows, and what counts as covered differ from contract to contract. |
The highlighted Universal Pest & Termite column reflects services we provide directly or through the Universal family of companies. The “Most pest control companies” column describes common industry practice in general terms and is not a statement about any particular company — some companies may offer services that are similar, so ask any provider exactly what their plan, warranty, and quote include before you sign. Financing on approved credit.