Silverfish Control
Great Mackerel Beach

What are Silverfish?

Have you ever wondered that when you open a book you found a little and white creature nestled in between the pages? That’s 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 have been on the ground thousands and thousands of years in the past before dinosaurs. Meaning, insects like them have lived for 400 million years! They are small wingless bugs, with the fish-like appearance and are whitish-grey in colour. They are benign and there’d been no recognised proof that they cause diseases or introduce toxin, however, they are considered pests in houses and businesses.

These creepy crawlers are cosmopolitan species found in America, Australia, Africa, Eurasia and other sections of the Pacific. They love to nestle moist areas where temperature is favourable, relatively humid between 75% and 95%. In urban areas specifically families, they are commonly found in attics, basements, bathtubs, sinks, kitchens, older books, and showers.

Silverfish in Australian Households

Silverfish devours whatever contains polysaccharides, for instance, starches and dextrins in adhesives, which are used in publication ties. Besides that, they feed on a floor covering, apparel, espresso, dandruff, stay, hair, a few paints, paper, photographs, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception in addition to these pests feed on it because of the glue. By and large, anything that has polysaccharide substance is seen as sustenance for these pests.

These neighbourhood dreadful creatures regularly nestled in dim and safe areas in the household. Otherwise, they are likely undisturbed in book racks, organizers, storage rooms and segregated spots.

They nestle in dark and sheltered areas in the household. If not, they are likely undisturbed in bookshelves, cupboards, closets and secluded places. They may not impose any harm but they are considered a nuisance and may be destructive to any belongings.

Spotting an Infestation

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

As aforementioned, silverfish loves damp, dark and cold locations. They’re found hiding in the nooks of the bathroom, kitchen cupboards, under the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are new buildings, large amounts may be found in which masonry is still damp. 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 reality, the male and female carry out an exciting ritual that involves three phases and may last over half an hour. The feminine silverfish lay around 60 eggs and deposited in small crevices. Eventually, while the eggs hatch, the nymphs will operate on its way to be adults after three months to three decades.

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

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

Though you can reduce their brooding while you clean the household, it can’t assure that silverfish infestation can be absolutely eliminated. It will nevertheless be a smart option if professional pest management services can be obtained for silverfish remedy.

Here are some reasons why using a professional silverfish treatment is a good 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 sort of treatment should be used

If you suspect a silverfish infestation at the comfort of your home, it is best to call the support of a licensed pest control professional. Here at Local Pest Control Northern Beaches, we guarantee free inspection offer and we will determine a recommended treatment tailor-fit to your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home 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 may come into contact with, whether it’s still wet or through inhalation or ingesting, is minute.

Can the spray cause any problems to humans?

The spray we employ is typically employed in public areas such as hospitals and schools and does not cause any harm on humans.

What do I do if I accidentally touch any of the areas treated with a spray?

This is only a concern if the sprayed areas remain wet. If this happens, wash with soap and plenty of water as fast as you possibly can. After a brief period duration, your water carrier tap water has evaporated and will not cause any harm to you when you come in contact with the region.

Pest Control Great Mackerel Beach

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A majority of homes need annual pest control services but commercial buildings due to safety and health requirements will require more frequent visits.

At Local Pest Control Northern Beaches, after an initial inspection followed by treatment and inspection, we will arrange an annual schedule for our clients to eliminate the need to worry about unwanted visitors. This scheduled service is ideal for hotels, offices and food establishments that serve commercial properties as well as homeowners. Another excellent service we offer is visiting your premises with a non-branded car to perform any pest control service when extra discretion is required.

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