Scorpions & Crawling Insects · Austin, Texas
Centipedes
Flattened bodies with one pair of legs per segment. House centipedes are gray with 15 pairs of very long legs. Redheaded centipedes can reach 6 to 8 inches, with a red head and dark body.
Quick answerMagic Pest & Lawn treats centipedes in Austin and 26 nearby towns. They're covered on the quarterly pest plan, from $90 a visit, with free return visits between treatments. No contract. Call or text 512-203-0525.
Signs you have them
- Fast, many-legged insects on walls at night
- Centipedes in tubs and sinks
Why it matters
House centipedes rarely bite. The Texas redheaded centipede can give a very painful bite.
How we treat it
Inside and outside treatment, and cutting down the insects they hunt with a yard granule.
Prevention
- Lower humidity in bathrooms and closets
- Move rocks and logs away from the foundation
Where we treat centipedes
Season in Central Texas: Active Feb–Oct; peak Apr–Aug.
Magic Pest & Lawn serves Austin and 26 surrounding towns, including:
