The ick factor is high with these creepy-crawlies.
They come from a different class of animals called Chilopoda.
What Attracts Centipedes in Your Home?
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If after these methods you still keep finding centipedes, Dobrinska recommends contacting a licensed pest control professional.
“Ensure water is diverted away from the structure.
Using sodium vapor light bulbs is also less likely to attract centipedes or the insects they feed upon.”