Silverfish Control
Middle Grange

What are Silverfish?

Have you ever pulled a book off the shelf or even opened an old wooden box only to shout when these white creepy creatures dart off? Well, we are talking about silverfish.

Silverfish has been on the planet millions of years ago before dinosaurs. Meaning, bugs like them have lived 400 million years! They are small wingless insects, with fish-like look and appear to be whitish-gray in color. They are benign and there have been no known evidence that they cause diseases or inject poison but then they’re considered pests in homes and businesses.

These creepy crawlers are cosmopolitan species found in America, Australia, Africa, Eurasia and different parts of the Pacific. They love to nestle moist areas where temperature is favourable, relatively humid between 75% and 95%. In urban areas specifically households, they are generally found in attics, basements, bathtubs, sinks, kitchens, older books, and showers.

Silverfish in Australian Households

Silverfish absorbs anything that contains polysaccharides, such as starches and dextrins in adhesives, which are found in book bindings. Apart from that, they feed on carpet, clothing, coffee, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photographs, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception too because these creatures feed on it because of the glue. 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 located in basements and attics.

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

Spotting an Infestation

These creepy crawlers are known to be nocturnal and they move around so quickly. Since they feed on starches and paste, most people become aware that should they see holes and yellowish stains on their clothes or wardrobes, they understand that silverfish is the culprit.

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 moist. During a famine, a silverfish may even attack leatherware and synthetic materials. Silverfish can live for a year or more without eating.

Silverfish eggs usually take within two weeks to two months to hatch. In fact, the adult female and male carryout an interesting mating ritual that involves 3 phases and lasts over half an hour. The female silverfish is capable of laying out 60 eggs and deposited in small crevices. When these eggs hatch, the nymphs will thrive to develop into adults between 3 months 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 such as earwigs, home centipedes, and spiders.

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

Though you may somehow reduce their brooding when you clean the household, it can’t guarantee that silverfish infestation will be completely eradicated. It will still be a wise decision if professional pest management services will be taken for silverfish treatment.

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 guarantee free inspection offer and we’ll identify a recommended treatment tailor-fit for your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

My pets in the household will be affected by the products you use?

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

Will the spray cause problems to humans?

The spray we use is often employed in public areas such as hospitals and schools and does not cause any harm to human beings.

What do I do if accidentally touch any of the areas that have been treated with a spray?

It’s only of concern if the spray areas are still damp. Should this happen, wash with soap and plenty of water as fast as you are able to. After a brief period in time water carrier, tap water will have gone out of the water and will not cause any harm to you should you come into contact with the surface.

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The majority of residential properties are required to have annual pest control but commercial buildings due to safety and health requirements, need far more frequent inspections.

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