Silverfish Control
Horsley Park

What are Silverfish?

Silverfish are pest that are commonly found in dwelling in drawers or boxes in garages and sheds. Silverfish are known for their destructive feeding habits, oftentimes ruining papers, clothing and background. 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 baths. Furthermore, silverfish are especially attracted to paper and damp clothing.

Homeowners often transport silverfish indoors unknowingly. When brought inside the home, cardboard boxes and plastic containers recently stored in infested areas can make it possible for the pests to spread. The pests will enter homes through foundation cracks, torn screens, or gaps around doors. Leaving dirty dishes out in the open will also lure silverfish indoors.

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

Silverfish in Australian Households

Silverfish absorbs anything that contains polysaccharides, like starches and dextrins in adhesives, which are found in book bindings. Aside from that, they feed on carpeting, clothing, java, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photos, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception too because these creatures feed on it because of the paste. Overall, anything that’s polysaccharide contents are 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 found in basements and attics.

They nestle in dark and sheltered areas in the household. Otherwise, they are probably undiscovered in bookshelves, cupboards, closets and secluded places. They may not impose any harm but they are considered a nuisance and can be destructive to any belongings.

Spotting an Infestation

Silverfish are classified as nocturnal pests and they move around so quickly. Since they voraciously consume on starch-rich items and paste, most people can easily identify their existence because they leave stains on clothes and wardrobes.

As above, silverfish loves damp, dark and cold locations. They’re found hiding in the nooks of the bathroom, kitchen cupboards, under the sink, attics and basements. Usually, whenever 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 2 weeks to 2 months for silverfish eggs to hatch. Actually, the adult male and female 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 little crevices. When these eggs hatch, the nymphs will thrive to grow into adults between 3 months to 3 decades.

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, house centipedes, and spiders.

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

Cleaning the house and surrounding regions do not completely eradicate silverfish. These pests are quite difficult to get rid of that it requires assistance from pest management 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 regular treatment will keep the pest infestation to a minimum
• They know what type of treatment should be used

If you suspect a silverfish infestation in 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 determine a recommended treatment tailor-fit for your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Your pet’s safety is extremely important to us. We can assure you that any active component they come in contact with, either when it’s still wet or by inhaling or ingesting, is minute.

Will the spray cause problems to humans?

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

What should I do if I accidently touch any of the areas sprayed?

This is only a concern if the sprayed areas are still damp. If this occurs, clean with soap and plenty of water as fast as you can. After a relatively short period duration, your water carrier tap water has been dissolved and won’t be harmful to you in any way when you come in contact with the area.

Pest Control Horsley Park

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We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and we are able to provide affordable service for pest management. Also, we are staffed with a team of licensed pest control experts who specialize in pest biology studies and are certified to provide practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

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

We are a specialist in developing efficient and affordable pest control management including pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are developed with the health and well-being of your family being our primary concern.

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Our specialists will provide you with pest or insect identification methods and monitoring tips on how to manage pests or bugs at home and in the work place. We are equipped and professionally trained to recognize the pest problem and suggest the appropriate methods of action.

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Most Horsley Park residential properties need annual pest management services however commercial properties because of their health and safety requirements, need far more frequent inspections.

In Local Pest Control Western Sydney, after an initial inspection followed by treatment and inspection, we can arrange an annual schedule for our customers to reduce worries about visitors who aren’t welcome. This service can be a great fit for many offices, hotels, food serving commercial premises and also homeowners. Another excellent service we offer is visiting your premises using a non-branded vehicle to perform any pest control services if additional discretion is needed.

Our technicians are highly trained and knowledgeable as they are, they have the tools to handle every one of the many kinds of pest control issues that you might encounter in the Horsley Park area.

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