Silverfish Control
Marrickville

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.

Silverfish has been on the planet millions of years ago before dinosaurs. Meaning, bugs like them have lived 400 million years! They are small wingless insects, with fish-like appearance and appear to be whitish-gray in color. They are harmless and there have been no known evidence that they cause diseases or inject poison but then they are 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 families, they are generally found in attics, basements, bathtubs, sinks, kitchens, old books, and showers.

Silverfish in Australian Households

Silverfish consumes anything that contains polysaccharides, like starches and dextrins in adhesives, which are found in book bindings. Both adults and larvae like to feed on carpet, clothing, java, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photos, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception as well because these creatures feed on it due to the paste. Overall, anything that’s polysaccharide contents is considered food for these insects.

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

They nestle in dark and sheltered areas in the household. If not, they’re 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 possessions.

Spotting an Infestation

These creepy crawlers are proven to be nocturnal and they move around quickly. Since they feed on starches and paste, most people will be conscious of their presence when they see holes and yellow stains on their clothes or wardrobes. They understand that silverfish is present.

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 in which masonry is still moist. During a famine, a silverfish may even attack leatherware and synthetic materials. Silverfish can live for a year or more without eating.

It takes two weeks to 2 months for silverfish eggs to hatch. In fact, the adult female and male carryout an interesting mating ritual which involves 3 phases that last 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 develop into adults between 3 months to 3 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 like earwigs, house centipedes, and spiders.

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

Cleaning the house and surrounding areas do not completely eradicate silverfish. These pests are quite difficult to get rid of it requires assistance from pest control professionals. This is because no generic insecticides or pesticides can poison the silverfish brooding.

Here are some reasons why having 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 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 support of a licensed pest control professional. Here at Local Pest Control Inner West, we promise free inspection offer and we’ll identify a recommended treatment tailor-fit for your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The safety of your pets is very important to us. You may rest assured that the constituents active they might come into contact with, either when it is still wet or by inhaling or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Does the spray pose human health issues?

The spray we apply is usually used in public places like schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm on humans.

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

This will only be an issue if the sprayed areas are still wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and plenty of water as fast as you possibly can. After a relatively short period duration, your carrier, tap water will have gone out of the water and will not cause any harm to you should you come into contact with the region.

Pest Control Marrickville

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We are highly recommended by certified agencies and are able to provide affordable service for pest management. We also have a team of certified pest control specialists who specialize in pest biology studies and are certified to offer effective recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments that are created to have a minimal environmental impact, while having powerful results for controlling termite populations. Our results are impressive because we are aware of the insects that are most commonly present in your area or in your community.

We specialize in the development of new and cost-effective pest control solutions, including pest inspections, as well as live trapping. Our pest control solutions are developed with the health and wellbeing of your family as our main concern.

Why Use Us?

Our experts will present you with ways to identify pests and insects and monitoring tips on how to manage pests or bugs both at home and in the workplace. We are well equipped and professionally trained to recognize the pest problem and suggest the appropriate method of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

A majority of homes need annual pest control but commercial premises because of their health and safety requirements require more frequent inspections.

At Local Pest Control Inner West, after an initial examination followed by treatment and inspection, we will create an annual program for our clients to eliminate the need to worry about unwanted visitors. This service can be a great fit for many offices, hotels and food establishments that serve commercial properties and also homeowners. Another benefit we offer is the opportunity to visit your property using a non-branded vehicle to provide any pest control service when you require extra discretion.

With our technicians being highly trained and knowledgeable as they are we are equipped to effectively tackle every one of the many kinds of pest control issues that you might encounter in the Marrickville area.

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