Silverfish Control
Rodd Point

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

They are not just crawlers but can dart off high as well without our naked eyes noticing. Apart from boxes and bookshelves, they are also found in basements, attics, kitchens and bathrooms. Moreover, silverfish are especially drawn to paper and moist clothing.

Their existence 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 homes through foundation cracks, torn screens, or gaps 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 possessions. Their presence sometimes 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. Apart from that, they feed on carpet, clothing, java, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photographs, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception as well as these creatures feed on it because of the paste. Overall, anything that has polysaccharide contents are considered food for those pests.

These neighbourhood dreadful creatures regularly nestled in dim and secure places in the household. If not, they are likely undisturbed in book racks, organizers, storage rooms and segregated spots.

As aforementioned, they may not inflict any harm, but they are regarded as a nuisance and can be unfavourable to any belongings.

Spotting an Infestation

Silverfish are known to be nocturnal and they move around so quickly. Since they feed on starches and paste, most people become mindful that should they see openings and yellowish stains in their attire or cupboards, they know that silverfish is the culprit.

As above, silverfish loves moist, dark and cold locations. They’re found hiding in the 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.

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 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

Though you may somehow diminish their brooding when you wash the household, it cannot ensure that silverfish Infestation will be wholly terminated. It will still be a wise choice if proficient irritation control administrations will be taken for silverfish treatment.

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 magnitude of infestation
• A regular treatment will keep the pest infestation to a minimum
• They know what sort of treatment should be used

If you speculate a silverfish infestation in the solace of your home, it’s best to call the aid of an authorised pest control expert. Here at Local Pest Control Inner West, we guarantee free inspection provide and we will differentiate a prescribed treatment tailor-fit for your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the treatment you employ?

The security of your pet is a top priority for us. You may rest assured that the active constituent that they may come into contact with, either when it’s still damp or by inhaling or ingesting, is minute.

Does the spray pose human health issues?

The spray we employ is typically employed in public areas such as hospitals and schools and causes no ill effects to human beings.

What should I do if I accidentally touch any of the areas that have been spray?

This is only of concern if the spray areas remain wet. If this happens, wash with soap and plenty of water as quickly as you are able to. In a short amount of time, the carrier tap water has gone out of the water and won’t cause any harm to you when you come in contact with the area.

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We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and we are able to provide affordable pest control services. Also, we are staffed with a staff of certified pest control specialists who specialize in pest biological research and are certified to give effective recommendations and solutions for your home.

We have a range of treatments that have been designed to have minimal environmental impact while delivering effective results in controlling termite populations. Our results are impressive due to our knowledge of the pests that are predominantly present in your area or community.

We specialise in developing new and cost-effective pest control solutions, including pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control services are developed to ensure the health and wellbeing of your family members as our top priority.

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Our experts will present you with techniques for identifying pests or insects and provide tips for monitoring to manage pests or bugs at home and in the workplace. We are equipped and well-trained to identify the problem with pests, and suggest the appropriate methods of action.

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A majority of homes need annual pest control services however commercial properties, due to their health and safety requirements, need far more frequent inspections.

In Local Pest Control Inner West, after an initial examination as well as treatment we can set up an annual programme for our clients to eliminate the need to worry about visitors who aren’t welcome. This service can be a great fit for hotels, offices and food establishments that serve commercial properties and also homeowners. Another excellent service we offer is to visit your premises using a non-branded vehicle to perform any pest control service when extra discretion is required.

With our technicians being well-trained and knowledgeable as they are, we are equipped to effectively handle every one of the many kinds of pest control issues you may encounter within the Rodd Point region.

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