Silverfish Control
Birchgrove

What are Silverfish?

Have you ever pulled a book off the shelf or even opened an old wooden box only to shout 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. Moreover, silverfish are especially drawn to paper and moist clothing.

Their presence is sometimes undetected and homeowners often transport silverfish indoors unknowingly. Once inside, they find a safe dark and damp place where they can nestle and strain, and over time spread anywhere. These pests will enter houses through base cracks, torn screens, or openings around doors. Leaving dirty dishes out in the open will also lure silverfish inside. They are not known to spread illnesses but they are capable of triggering allergic reactions in certain people and further damage properties. Their presence sometimes attracts carpet beetles and causes unease because of their strange appearance.

Silverfish in Australian Households

Silverfish absorbs anything that includes polysaccharides, such as starches and dextrins in adhesives, which can be found in book bindings. Apart from that, they feed on carpeting, clothing, java, dandruff, glue, hair, a few paints, paper, pictures, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception as well due to the fact that these creatures feed on it due to the paste. Overall, anything which has polysaccharide contents are considered foods for those pests.

Silverfish are common insect 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 percent and 95%.

As aforementioned, they may not inflict any injury, but they are considered a nuisance and may be unfavourable to any belongings.

Spotting an Infestation

Silverfish are categorised as nocturnal pests and they move around so quickly. Since they voraciously consume on starch-rich items and paste, most people can easily identify their existence since they leave stains on clothes and wardrobes.

They are located hiding in dark and moist nooks of the bathroom, kitchen cabinets, under the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are new buildings, large numbers may be found where masonry is still damp. During a famine, a silverfish may even attack leatherware and synthetic materials. 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 30 minutes. The feminine silverfish lay around 60 eggs and deposited in little crevices. Finally, while the eggs hatch, the nymphs will operate on its way to be adults following three months to three decades.

On the other hand, they are food for other insects like earwigs, house 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 management services to implement a customised treatment focused on silverfish eradication.

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 on the comfort of your home, it is far better to request the help of a certified pest control specialist. Here at Local Pest Control Inner West, we guarantee free inspection provide and we are able to perceive the best remedy tailor-fit for your requirement or challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my household pets be affected by the treatment you apply?

The security of your pet is extremely important to us. You may rest assured that any active component they may come into contact with, whether it is still wet or through inhalation or ingesting, is minute.

Does the spray pose problems to humans?

The spray we apply is usually employed in public areas like schools and hospitals and has no adverse effects to humans.

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

It’s only of concern if the spray areas are still damp. If this happens, wash with soap and lots of water as fast as you are able to. After a brief period in time water carrier tap water has been dissolved and won’t be harmful to you in any way when you come in contact with the region.

Pest Control Birchgrove

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We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and we are able to provide low-cost solutions for controlling pests. Additionally, we have a staff of certified pest control specialists that specialise in pest biological studies and are certified to provide efficient recommendations and solutions for your home.

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We specialise in developing new and cost-effective pest control management including inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control services are developed with the health and well being of your family members as our top priority.

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Our experts bring you ways to identify pests and insects and monitoring tips on how to manage pests or bugs both at home and in the workplace. We have the right equipment and are professionally trained to recognize your pest infestation problems, and suggest the appropriate method of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

A majority of homes need annual pest management services however commercial properties, due to their safety and health regulations require more frequent visits.

At Local Pest Control Inner West, after an initial examination as well as treatment we can create an annual program for our customers to reduce the need to worry about unwelcome visitors. This service can be a great fit for hotels, offices catering to commercial establishments as well as homeowners. Another benefit we provide is to visit your premises with a non-branded car to perform any pest control procedure if you require extra discretion.

With our staff members being well-trained and knowledgeable as they are we have the tools to tackle all kinds of pest control issues you might encounter in the area of Birchgrove.

We’ll offer you an efficient, friendly and cost-effective solution that will stop any subspecies or species of pest (who require different and specific treatment) from returning to your home.