Centipede Control in Newport News, VA
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Centipede Control for Newport News Homes
A house centipede darting across the basement floor is often a sign that other insects are living in your Newport News home.
We go after the centipedes and the smaller bugs they came to hunt, so both problems get solved at once.
House centipedes hunt other bugs, so they gather in the damp basements and crawl spaces where their prey lives. This city's coastal humidity keeps those lower levels moist enough to support the insects centipedes feed on. Older homes in Midtown with unfinished basements and vented crawl spaces are prime territory. Seeing several centipedes usually means there is a steady supply of silverfish, roaches, or other small insects underneath the house.
We inspect the basement, crawl space, and foundation to confirm centipede activity and identify the prey insects keeping them fed. Then we treat harborage areas and entry points and go after the underlying pests, since removing their food source is what actually reduces centipedes. We also recommend moisture control to make the space less inviting. Quarterly service keeps the whole cycle in check from $34/month, and every plan is backed by our Pest-Free Guarantee.
Seasonal Pest Activity
What Presses Hardest on Newport News Homes, Season by Season
House Centipedes runs heaviest in spring around Newport News, 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 |
| SpidersMost noticeable in fall, when mature males wander in search of mates. | QuietQuiet | ModerateModerate | PeakPeak | QuietQuiet |
| 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 |
| 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 Newport News neighborhoods, A to Z — open the list to find yours.
Neighborhoods We Serve
5 Newport News neighborhoods, A to Z — open the list to find yours.
- City Center
- Denbigh
- Hilton Village
- Lee Hall
- Midtown
- And surrounding areas...
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Centipede Control in Newport News: Frequently Asked Questions
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Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Recent Centipede Control Work in Newport News
A representative look at recent centipede control visits around Newport News. 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
Crawl Space Treatment
near Denbigh 2 hours agoTreated a damp crawl space where centipedes were living underneath the vapor barrier.
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Crawl Space Treatment
near Lee Hall 5 hours agoCrawl space treatment on a home with standing humidity, where centipedes were the visible symptom of a wider insect population.
- 3
Moisture & Harborage Reduction
near Midtown TodayCleared and treated a damp strip of ground cover against the foundation that centipedes were sheltering in.
- 4
Interior Void Treatment
near Hilton Village YesterdayHouse centipedes in a basement bathroom; treated the voids and noted the silverfish they were feeding on.
- 5
Centipede Perimeter Treatment
near City Center 2 days agoTreated the slab edge and mulch beds after centipedes started appearing in a downstairs hallway.
- 6
Centipede Perimeter Treatment
near Denbigh 3 days agoExterior treatment around a slab foundation after centipedes were found in the garage.
- 7
Centipede Perimeter Treatment
near Lee Hall 4 days agoTreated the perimeter and the area around the AC condensate line where the ground stays wet.
- 8
Moisture & Harborage Reduction
near Midtown 5 days agoTreated the foundation and moved a woodpile off the wall that was holding damp and hosting centipedes.
- 9
Interior Void Treatment
near Hilton Village 6 days agoTreated bathroom and utility voids in an older home where centipedes were coming up through the plumbing chase.
- 10
Crawl Space Treatment
near City Center Last weekTreated a crawl space and the access hatch, and knocked down the crickets the centipedes were feeding on.
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.