Silverfish Control
Balmain East

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 animals are known to be destructive pests. Silverfish feed on carbohydrates, particularly sugars and starches. They have voracious feeding habits, oftentimes ruining papers, clothing and wallpaper.

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

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

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 carpeting, clothing, coffee, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photographs, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers aren’t an exception as well because of the paste. Overall, anything that has polysaccharide contents is considered food for these insects.

Silverfish are common pest species and are abundant in Africa, the Americas, Europe, Australia, Asia and other parts of the Pacific. They occupy moist areas with relative humidity between 75% and 95%.

As previously mentioned, they may not cause massive damage, however, they are seen as a hassle and can deem damage to any products.

Spotting an Infestation

These creepy crawlers are known to be nocturnal and they move around quickly. Since they feed on starches and paste, most individuals will be aware of their existence when they see holes and yellowish stains on their clothes or wardrobes. They understand that silverfish is present.

As aforementioned, silverfish loves damp, dark and cold areas. So, it is better to inspect the bathroomkitchen cupboards, under the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are new buildings, large numbers may be found in which masonry is still damp.

Silverfish eggs usually take within two weeks to two months to hatch. In fact, the male and female carry out an exciting ritual that involves three phases and may last over half an hour. The feminine silverfish lay approximately 60 eggs and deposited in little crevices. Eventually, while the eggs hatch, the nymphs will work on its way to be adults following 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 some reasons why using a professional silverfish treatment is a fantastic 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 is best to call the help of a licensed pest control professional. Here at Local Pest Control Inner West, we promise free inspection offer and we will determine a recommended treatment tailor-fit for your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The safety of your pets is very important to us. We can assure you that any active component they come in contact with, whether it’s still damp or through inhalation or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Will the spray cause human health issues?

The spray we employ is typically used in public places like schools and hospitals and causes no ill effects to humans.

What do I do if happen to touch one of the areas treated with a spray?

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

Pest Control Balmain East

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We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and can provide low-cost solutions for controlling pests. Also, we are staffed with a staff of certified pest control specialists who specialize in pest biology research and are certified to provide effective recommendations and solutions for your home.

We have a range of treatments that have been created to have a minimal environmental impact while delivering strong control results on termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable because we know and understand the species of pests that are found in your region or your community.

We specialise in developing new and cost-effective 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 will present you with pest or insect identification methods and provide tips for monitoring to deal with pests and bugs both at home and at work. We are equipped and highly trained to properly identify your pest infestation problems, and provide the best methods of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

Most Balmain East residential properties need annual pest control but commercial premises due to safety and health requirements will require more frequent inspections.

We at Local Pest Control Inner West, after an initial examination and treatment, we are able to create an annual program for our clients , which will eliminate worries about visitors who aren’t welcome. This program is suitable for hotels, offices and food establishments that serve commercial properties and also homeowners. Another great feature we can provide is the opportunity to visit your premises with a non-branded car to provide any pest control procedure if additional discretion is needed.

With our staff members being highly trained and knowledgeable as they are, we are equipped to effectively handle every one of the many kinds of pest control problems you can possibly experience in the Balmain East area.

We will provide you with an efficient, friendly and cost-effective solution that will stop any subspecies or species of pest (who will all require different and specific treatment) from coming back to your home.