Silverfish Control
Lovett Bay

What are Silverfish?

Have you ever pulled a book off the shelf or even opened an old wooden box just to scream when these white creepy creatures dart off? Well, we’re talking about silverfish.

They are not just crawlers but can dart off high as well with our naked eyes noticing. Apart from boxes and bookshelves, they’re also found in basements, attics, kitchens and bathrooms. Furthermore, silverfish are especially drawn to paper and moist clothing.

Silverfish do not transmit diseases, but the pests can trigger allergies in some people and additional damage properties. Their presence occasionally attracts carpet beetles and causes unease because of their strange appearance.

Silverfish in Australian Households

Silverfish consumes anything that contains polysaccharides, such as starches and dextrins in adhesives, which are found in book bindings. Aside from that, they feed on carpeting, clothing, java, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photos, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception too because these creatures feed on it because of the paste. Overall, anything that’s polysaccharide contents are considered food for these pests.

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

As aforementioned, they may not impose any harm, however they are considered a nuisance and can be destructive to any belongings.

Spotting an Infestation

Silverfish are categorised as nocturnal pests and they go around so quickly. Since they voraciously consume on starch-rich items and glue, most people can easily identify their presence because they leave stains on clothes and wardrobes.

As above, silverfish loves moist, dark and cold locations. So, it is better to inspect the bathroom, kitchen closets, under the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are new buildings, large numbers may be found in which masonry remains damp.

Silverfish eggs usually take within two weeks to 2 months to hatch. In fact, the adult female and male carryout an interesting mating ritual that involves 3 phases and lasts over half an hour. The feminine silverfish is capable of laying out 60 eggs and deposited in small crevices. When these eggs hatch, the nymphs will flourish to grow into adults between 3 months to 3 years.

Regardless of the fact that they are in charge of family damages, silverfish holds no record to transmit illnesses. Then again, they are sustenance for different insects like earwigs, house centipedes, and insects.

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

Though you can reduce their brooding while you wash the household, it cannot assure that silverfish infestation can be absolutely eliminated. It will nonetheless be a smart option if professional pest control 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 magnitude 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 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’ll identify a recommended treatment tailor-fit to your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Your pet’s safety is a top priority for us. You may rest assured that the constituents active they come in contact with, whether it’s still wet or by inhaling or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Does the spray pose harm to humans?

The spray we apply is usually utilized in public spaces such as hospitals and schools and causes no ill effects to humans.

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

This will only be of concern if the spray areas remain wet. If this happens, wash with soap and plenty of water as quickly as you are able to. After a brief period duration, your water carrier, tap water will have evaporated and won’t cause any harm to you when you come in contact with the region.

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