Silverfish Control
Collaroy Plateau

What are Silverfish?

Have you ever wondered that when you start a book you found a little and white creature nestled in between the pages? That is a silverfish. Commonly found in old boxes, drawers and bookshelves, these creatures are known to be destructive pests. Silverfish feed on carbohydrates, particularly sugars and starches. They have voracious feeding habits, oftentimes ruining papers, clothes and wallpaper.

Silverfish has been on the planet millions of years ago before dinosaurs. Meaning, bugs like them have lived 400 million years! They are small wingless insects, with fish-like appearance and appear to be whitish-gray in color. They’re harmless and there have been no known evidence that they cause diseases or inject poison but then they are considered pests in homes and businesses.

Silverfish do not transmit diseases, but the pests may trigger allergies in some people and additional damage properties. Their existence occasionally attracts carpet beetles and causes unease due to their strange appearance.

Silverfish in Australian Households

Silverfish feed on anything that contains polysaccharides, such as starches and dextrins in adhesives, which are found in book bindings. They are also known to feed on carpet, clothing, coffee, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photographs, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers aren’t an exception as well because of the glue. Overall, anything that’s polysaccharide contents is considered food for these pests.

These house bugs are often found in dark and sheltered regions in the home. If not, they are likely undisturbed in bookshelves, cupboards, closets and secluded locations.

As aforementioned, they may not inflict any harm, but they are regarded as a nuisance and may be unfavourable to any belongings.

Spotting an Infestation

Silverfish are parasitic insects and they move around so quickly. Their main diet involves starch-rich matter and those that contain paste. Most people can easily identify their existence since they leave stains on clothes and wardrobes.

They are found hiding in dark and moist nooks of the bathroom, kitchen cupboards, under the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are new buildings, large numbers may be found where masonry is still moist. During a famine, a silverfish may even attack leatherware and synthetic fabrics. Silverfish can live for a year or more without eating.

Silverfish eggs usually take within two weeks to two months to hatch. In fact, the male and female carryout an interesting ritual that involves 3 phases and may last over 30 minutes. The female silverfish lay about 60 eggs and deposited in small crevices. Finally, when the eggs hatch, the nymphs will operate on its way to become adults following three months to three years.

Though they are responsible for household damages, silverfish holds no record in transmitting diseases. On the other hand, they’re food for other insects such as earwigs, home centipedes, and spiders.

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

Cleaning the house doesn’t necessarily guarantee to lessen the amount of silverfish. Therefore, most homeowners seek advice to professional pest control services to implement a customised treatment focused on silverfish eradication.

Here are some reasons why having a professional silverfish treatment is a fantastic initiative:

• Reduces the risk of infestation
• Monitors other related pest problems overtime
• They can determine the extent of infestation
• A regular treatment will keep the pest infestation to a minimum
• They know what type of treatment should be used

If you suspect a silverfish infestation on the comfort of your home, it is far better to ask for the support of a certified pest control expert. Here at Local Pest Control Northern Beaches, we guarantee free inspection offer and we are able to perceive the best remedy tailor-fit to your requirement or challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

My pets in the household will be affected by the treatment you apply?

The safety of your pets is very important to us. You can rest assured that any active component they might come into contact with, whether it’s still wet or inhaling it or ingestion, is minute.

Will the spray cause human health issues?

The spray we use is often utilized in public spaces such as schools and hospitals and causes no ill effects on humans.

What should I do if I accidentally touch any of the areas that have been treated with a spray?

This is only an issue if the sprayed areas are still wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and lots of water as soon as you are able to. In a short amount in time carrier tap water has been dissolved and won’t harm you in any way should you come into contact with the area.

Pest Control Collaroy Plateau

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We are highly recommended by certified agencies and we are able to offer affordable pest control services. We also have a staff of licensed pest control experts who specialize in pest biology research and are certified to give practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments that are designed to have minimal environmental impact, while having powerful results for controlling termite populations. Our results are impressive due to our knowledge of the species of pests that are present in your area or your community.

We specialise in developing efficient and affordable pest control solutions, including pest inspections, as well as live trapping. Our pest control services are developed in a way that puts the health and well-being of your family as our main concern.

Why Use Us?

Our experts bring you techniques for identifying pests or insects and provide tips for monitoring to control bugs or pests at home as well as at work. We have the right equipment and are well-trained to identify your pest infestation problems, and suggest the appropriate methods of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

The majority of residential properties are required to have annual pest management services but commercial buildings because of their safety and health requirements, need far more frequent inspections.

At Local Pest Control Northern Beaches, after an initial inspection followed by treatment and inspection, we are able to arrange an annual schedule for our customers to reduce the need to worry about unwanted visitors. This program is suitable for hotels, offices catering to commercial establishments as well as homeowners. Another benefit we provide is the opportunity the opportunity to visit your property in a nonbranded vehicle to perform any pest control services if extra discretion is required.

With our staff members being highly trained and knowledgeable as they are, we are fully equipped to expertly tackle all kinds of pest control issues you may encounter in the area of Collaroy Plateau.

We’ll provide you with an efficient, friendly and cost-effective service that will stop any subspecies or species of pest (who will all require different and individual treatments) from coming back to your property.