Silverfish Control
Narrabeen

What are Silverfish?

Have you ever wondered that when you open a book you found a little and white monster nestled in between the pages? That’s a silverfish. Commonly found in old boxes, drawers and bookshelves, these creatures are known to be harmful pests. Silverfish feed on carbohydrates, especially sugars and starches. They have voracious feeding habits, oftentimes ruining papers, clothing 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 harmless and there had been no recognised proof that they cause diseases or introduce poison, however, they are considered pests in homes and businesses.

These unpleasant crawlers are globally recognized and are found in America, Australia, Africa, Eurasia and different portions of the Pacific. They settle in moist areas where the temperature is appropriate for them, generally humid and about 75% and 95% in temperature. In Urban areas particularly households, they are usually found in storage rooms, bathrooms, bathrooms, sinks, kitchens, old books, and showers.

Silverfish in Australian Households

Silverfish consumes whatever that includes polysaccharides, like starches and dextrins in adhesives, which are available in book bindings. Aside from that, they feed on carpeting, clothing, coffee, dandruff, glue, hair, a few paints, paper, pictures, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception too due to the fact that these creatures feed on it because of the paste. Overall, anything that has polysaccharide contents are considered meals for those pests.

Silverfish are cosmopolitan species, meaning to say, they are common and are found in Africa, the Americas, Europe, Australia, Asia and other parts of the Pacific. They live in moist areas that require a relative humidity between 75% and 95%. In urban areas, they can be located in basements and attics.

As above, they may not inflict any injury, but they are considered 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 entails starch-rich matter and those that contain paste. Most people can easily identify their presence since they leave stains on clothes and wardrobes.

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

Silverfish eggs usually take within two weeks to two months to hatch. Actually, the female and male carryout an interesting ritual which 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 after three months to three decades.

On the other hand, they’re food for other insects such as earwigs, house centipedes, and spiders

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

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

Here are a few reasons why having an expert silverfish treatment is the best initiative:

• Reduces the risk of infestation
• Monitors other related pest problems overtime
• They can determine the magnitude of infestation
• A routine 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’s best to call the help of a licensed pest control professional. Here at Local Pest Control Northern Beaches, we promise free inspection offer and we will identify a recommended treatment tailor-fit for your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the products you use?

The safety of your pets is extremely important to us. We can assure you that the active constituent that they may come into contact with, whether it is still wet or inhaling it or ingestion, is minute.

Does the spray pose human health issues?

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

What do I do if accidentally touch any of the areas that have been sprayed?

It’s only an issue if the sprayed areas are still wet. If this happens, wash with soap and lots of water as soon as you are able to. After a relatively short period duration, your water carrier tap water has gone out of the water and won’t be harmful to you in any way when you come in contact with the area.

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We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and are able to provide low-cost pest control services. We also have a team of licensed pest control technicians who specialize in pest biology research and are certified to offer practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We offer a variety of treatments that are created to have a minimal environmental impact while providing effective results in controlling termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable due to our knowledge of the species of pests that are present in your local area or your community.

We are a specialist in developing new and cost-effective pest control solutions, including inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are designed in a way that puts the health and wellbeing of your family as our top priority.

Why Use Us?

Our experts will present you with techniques for identifying pests or insects and monitoring tips on how to deal with pests and bugs both at home and in the workplace. We are equipped and highly trained to properly identify the pest problem and recommend appropriate methods of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

Most Narrabeen residential properties need annual pest control services however commercial properties because of their safety and health requirements, need far more frequent inspections.

In Local Pest Control Northern Beaches, after an initial inspection and treatment, we are able to arrange an annual schedule for our clients to eliminate their need to worry about visitors who aren’t welcome. This program is suitable for many offices, hotels and food establishments that serve commercial properties as well as homeowners. Another benefit we offer is to visit your premises in a nonbranded vehicle to perform any pest control services if extra discretion is required.

With our technicians being well-trained and knowledgeable as they are, we are fully equipped to expertly tackle any of the vast arrays of pest control issues that you might encounter in the area of Narrabeen.

We’ll provide you with an efficient, friendly and cost-effective service to keep any species or subspecies of pest (who will require a variety of and specific treatments) from returning to your property.