Silverfish Control
Rhodes

What are Silverfish?

Silverfish are pest that are commonly found in dwelling in boxes or drawers in sheds and garages. Silverfish are known for their destructive feeding habits, oftentimes ruining papers, clothing and wallpaper. Silverfish feed on carbohydrates, particularly sugars and starches. Cellulose, shampoos, paste in books, linen, silk and dead insects might be food sources. These white creepy creatures can dart off easily. They are mostly found in basements, attics, kitchens and bathrooms. Furthermore, silverfish are especially attracted to paper and damp clothing.

Silverfish have been on the ground thousands and thousands of years previously 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 benign and there’d been no recognised proof that they cause diseases or introduce toxin, however, they are considered pests in houses and businesses.

Silverfish do not transmit diseases, but the pests may trigger allergies in some people and additional damage possessions. Their existence occasionally attracts carpet beetles and causes unease because of their strange appearance.

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 carpeting, clothing, coffee, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photographs, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception as well because these creatures feed on it because of the paste. Overall, anything that’s polysaccharide contents is considered food for these pests.

These local dreadful creatures regularly nestled in dim and safe places in the household. Otherwise, they are likely undisturbed in book racks, organizers, storage rooms and segregated spots.

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

Spotting an Infestation

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

As aforementioned, silverfish loves damp, dark and cold locations. So, it’s better to inspect the bathroom, kitchen cupboards, under the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are new buildings, large numbers could be found where masonry remains damp.

Silverfish eggs usually take within two weeks to 2 months to hatch. Actually, the adult male and female carryout an interesting mating ritual that involves 3 phases and lasts over 30 minutes. The female silverfish is capable of laying out 60 eggs and deposited in little crevices. When these eggs hatch, the nymphs will thrive to grow into adults between 3 weeks to 3 years.

Though they are responsible for household damages, silverfish holds no record in transmitting diseases. On the other hand, they are food for other insects like earwigs, home centipedes, and spiders.

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

Cleaning the house and surrounding regions don’t completely eradicate silverfish. These pests are quite difficult to eliminate that 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 fantastic 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 type 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 guarantee 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 treatment you apply?

Your pet’s safety is extremely important to us. We can assure you that any active component they may come into contact with, whether it is still wet or inhaling it or ingestion it, is a tiny amount.

Can the spray cause any harm to humans?

The spray we use is often used in public places like schools and hospitals and has no adverse effects to human beings.

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

It’s only of concern if the spray areas are still wet. If this happens, wash with soap and plenty of water as fast as you can. In a short amount of time, the water carrier tap water has evaporated and won’t be harmful to you in any way when you come in contact with the area.

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Our experts will present you with pest or insect identification methods and monitoring tips on how to deal with pests and bugs at home as well as in the work place. We have the right equipment and are highly trained to properly identify your pest infestation problems, and suggest the appropriate methods of treatment.

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Most Rhodes residential properties will require annual pest management services but commercial buildings due to health and safety requirements require more frequent inspections.

At Local Pest Control Inner West, after an initial inspection as well as treatment we can arrange an annual schedule for our clients , which will eliminate their need to worry about unwanted visitors. This program is suitable for hotels, offices catering to commercial establishments as well as homeowners. Another benefit we provide is the opportunity to visit your premises using a non-branded vehicle to perform any pest control service when additional discretion is needed.

With our staff members being well-trained and knowledgeable as they are, they are fully equipped to expertly deal with any of the vast arrays of pest control issues that you may encounter within the Rhodes region.

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