Silverfish Control
North Strathfield

What are Silverfish?

Have you ever wondered that when you start a book you found a tiny and white monster nestled in between the pages? That is 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, clothes 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 look and are whitish-grey in colour. They are harmless and there’d been no acknowledged proof that they cause diseases or introduce toxin, however, they are considered pests in homes and businesses.

Silverfish don’t transmit diseases, but the pests may trigger allergies in some people and further damage properties. Their presence occasionally attracts carpet beetles and causes unease due to their strange appearance.

Silverfish in Australian Households

Silverfish feed on anything that contains polysaccharides, like starches and dextrins in adhesives, which are found in book bindings. They are also known to feed on carpet, clothing, coffee, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photographs, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception as well because of the paste. Overall, anything that’s polysaccharide contents is considered food for these 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 need a relative humidity between 75% and 95%. In urban areas, they can be located in basements and attics.

As above, they may not impose any harm, however they’re considered a nuisance and can be destructive to any belongings.

Spotting an Infestation

Silverfish are classified 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 since they leave stains on clothing and wardrobes.

They are found hiding in dark and moist nooks of the bathroom, kitchen cupboards, under the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are new buildings, large numbers may be found in which masonry is still damp. During a famine, a silverfish may even attack leatherware and synthetic fabrics. Silverfish can live for a year or more without eating.

Silverfish eggs generally take within 14 Days to 2 months to incubate. Indeed, the female and male carry out a fascinating custom that includes 3 stages and might last over half an hour. The female silverfish lay around 60 eggs and kept in small crevices. At the end, once the eggs hatch, the nymphs will cope on its way to move toward becoming adults following after three months to three years.

Though they are responsible for household damages, silverfish holds no record in transmitting diseases. On the other hand, they’re food for other insects such as earwigs, house centipedes, and spiders.

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

Though you can reduce their brooding while you clean the household, it cannot assure that silverfish infestation can be absolutely eliminated. It will nonetheless be a smart option if professional pest management services can be taken for silverfish remedy.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Your pet’s safety is a top priority for us. We can assure you that the constituents active they may come into contact with, either when it is still wet or inhaling it or ingestion the substance, is very small.

Does the spray pose human health issues?

The spray we employ is typically used in public places such as schools and hospitals and has no adverse effects on humans.

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

This will only be an issue if the sprayed areas are still wet. If this happens, wash with soap and lots of water as soon as you can. After a relatively short period in time water carrier tap water has gone out of the water and won’t harm you in any way when you come in contact with the area.

Pest Control North Strathfield

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We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and can provide low-cost pest control services. Also, we are staffed with a staff of certified pest control specialists who specialize in pest biological studies and are certified to provide efficient recommendations and solutions for your home.

We have a range of treatments that have been created to have a minimal environmental impact, while having effective results in controlling termite populations. Our results are amazing due to our knowledge of the species of pests that are found in your region or in your community.

We specialise in developing new and cost-effective pest control strategies, such as pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control services are designed with the health and wellbeing of your family being our top priority.

Why Use Us?

Our specialists will provide you with pest or insect identification methods and tips for monitoring to manage pests or bugs both at home and in the work place. We are well equipped and well-trained to identify the pest problem and provide the best course of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

A majority of homes will require annual pest management services but commercial buildings due to safety and health regulations will require more frequent visits.

We at Local Pest Control Inner West, after an initial inspection and treatment, we can arrange an annual schedule for our clients to eliminate worries about unwelcome visitors. This service can be a great fit for hotels, offices, food serving commercial premises as well as homeowners. Another benefit we provide is the opportunity visiting your premises in a nonbranded vehicle to carry out any pest control service when you require extra discretion.

With our staff members being as comprehensively trained and experienced as they are, they have the tools to handle every one of the many kinds of pest control issues that you may encounter in the North Strathfield area.

We will provide you with an efficient, considerate and cost-effective service that will prevent any species or subspecies of pest (who will require a variety of and individual treatment) from coming back to your property.