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House centipedes appear in basements and lower levels

House centipedes often show up in spring when lower-level moisture and insect prey increase. They look alarming, but in low numbers they usually indicate another underlying bug issue rather than a centipede conspiracy.

For mild activity, reduce humidity, use a dehumidifier where needed, vacuum corners and baseboards, and focus on lowering the insects they feed on. Sticky traps can help monitor which area is most active. Less moisture plus fewer prey insects usually means fewer centipedes. If sightings continue in multiple zones, Richard's Pest Control can assess the broader spring pest picture in VT.

Fruit flies suddenly show up in the kitchen

As temperatures rise, fruit flies find overripe fruit, damp sponges, recycling bins, and forgotten drink residue faster than most humans find their keys.

For light spring activity, remove ripe fruit from counters, rinse bottles and cans before storing them, clean the trash area, and replace damp kitchen sponges. A simple apple-cider-vinegar trap can catch adults, but it only helps if the breeding source is removed. Check under appliances and inside recycling bins too. If the problem keeps resetting every few days, Richard's Pest Control can help determine whether it is fruit flies, drain flies, or another small fly issue in , VT.

Carpenter ants show up near damp wood

Spring often reveals carpenter ant activity after winter moisture damage. You may notice larger black ants near window frames, damp trim, or basement wood that has stayed wet too long.

For a mild issue, start by reducing moisture: fix leaks, improve ventilation, and remove wet or rotting wood if possible. Vacuum visible ants instead of crushing them, and wipe surfaces with vinegar water to break foraging trails. Do not ignore damp wood, because carpenter ants are drawn to the condition, not the elegance of your interior design. If activity continues around damaged wood, Richard's Pest Control can inspect whether it is just spring foraging or an established nest in .