Centipede & Millipede Control in Gainesville

Integrated Pest Management for Gainesville Properties

Centipedes and millipedes often move indoors when heavy rainfall saturates the soil or damp conditions develop near a building. Alachua Pest Services provides centipede and millipede control in Gainesville through property inspections, targeted treatment, pest monitoring, and practical prevention recommendations.

We’re a locally owned and operated pest and wildlife control company that has served Alachua County since 2011. Our fully insured team uses integrated pest management, an approach centered on prevention, monitoring, and control rather than treatment alone.

Call (386) 284-4642 to request a free estimate and discuss centipede or millipede activity at your home or business.

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Why Choose Alachua Pest Services?

Serving Alachua, FL Since 2011

  • Family Owned & Operated
  • Customer Care Focused
  • Honest & Transparent
  • Over 35 Years of Experience

What to Expect from Inspection Through Follow-Up

Service starts with understanding where pests have appeared and what conditions may be supporting them. During the initial conversation, we’ll discuss the property, the location and frequency of sightings, and whether the activity appears connected to rainfall or seasonal changes.

Property Perimeter Inspection
Our on-site inspection covers the property perimeter and common problem zones. We look for pest activity, damp areas, and potential entry points around the structure.

Treatment Based on Inspection Findings
We determine treatment from what the inspection reveals rather than applying the same response to every property. Our integrated pest management techniques address current activity while incorporating monitoring and prevention into the service.

Service Review & Follow-Up Guidance

After treatment, we review the completed work and discuss recommended follow-up timing. We also explain relevant property conditions and practical steps that may limit recurring activity.

One-time extermination service is available for immediate concerns. We also offer ongoing maintenance plans tailored to seasonal pest patterns and recurring maintenance needs.

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Why Moisture Brings Millipedes Indoors

Periodic heavy rainfall in Gainesville can saturate soil and drive occasional invaders toward drier indoor shelter, particularly on properties near wooded or rural areas. Millipedes require moisture to survive, and damp conditions around foundations can support activity close to a structure.

Common conditions that can contribute to recurring sightings include:

  • Moist mulch and leaf litter placed close to exterior walls
  • Damp organic debris collecting near the foundation
  • Gaps around doors, windows, and utility openings
  • Unsealed foundation penetrations that provide entry points

Removing damp organic debris near exterior walls and addressing excess moisture can make the area around a building less favorable to millipedes. Sealing accessible gaps around doors, windows, utilities, and the foundation can also limit routes indoors.

Schedule Centipede & Millipede Service in Gainesville

Contact us to describe what you’ve seen and request a free estimate. Same-day service options are available for prompt concerns, and we can discuss whether one-time service or ongoing maintenance suits your situation.

We carefully select products with children, pets, and other vulnerable household members in mind. We pair that selection with inspection findings and integrated pest management techniques tailored to the property.

Call (386) 284-4642 to schedule centipede and millipede control in Gainesville.

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