Silverfish Control
Cranebrook

What are Silverfish?

Have you ever wondered that when you start a book you found a tiny and white creature nestled in between the pages? That is a silverfish. Commonly found in old boxes, drawers and bookshelves, these animals are known to be harmful pests. Silverfish feed on carbohydrates, especially sugars and starches. They have voracious feeding habits, oftentimes ruining papers, clothing and wallpaper.

Silverfish have been on the earth hundreds of 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 benign and there had been no recognised proof that they cause diseases or introduce toxin, however, they may be considered pests in houses and businesses.

Silverfish do not transmit diseases, but the pests can 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 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, java, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photographs, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers aren’t an exception as well because of the paste. Overall, anything that has polysaccharide contents is known as food for these insects.

These national creepy crawlers are often found in dark and sheltered areas in the household. Otherwise, they are likely undisturbed in book shelves, cupboards, closets and secluded places.

They nestle in dark and sheltered areas in the household. If not, they are 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 belongings.

Spotting an Infestation

Silverfish are proven 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 on their attire or cupboards, they understand that silverfish is the culprit.

They are found hiding in dark and damp nooks of the toilet, kitchen cupboards, 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.

It takes 2 weeks to two months for silverfish eggs to hatch. In fact, the adult female and male carryout an interesting mating ritual which involves 3 stages that last over 30 minutes. The female silverfish is capable of laying out 60 eggs and deposited in small crevices. When these eggs hatch, the nymphs will thrive to grow into adults between 3 months to 3 years.

On the other hand, they’re food for other insects such as earwigs, home centipedes, and spiders

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

Though you can reduce their brooding while you wash the household, it can’t assure that silverfish infestation can be absolutely removed. It will nevertheless be a smart option if professional pest management services can be obtained for silverfish remedy.

Here are some reasons why using 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 type 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 Western Sydney, we promise free inspection offer and we will identify a recommended treatment tailor-fit for your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

My pets in the household will be affected by the treatment you apply?

Your pet’s safety is very important to us. You can rest assured that the constituents active they come in contact with, either when it is still wet or through inhalation or ingesting the substance, is very small.

Can the spray cause any harm to humans?

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

What do I do if I accidentally touch any 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 duration, your carrier tap water has gone out of the water and will not harm you in any way when you come in contact with the surface.

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