Silverfish Control
Mount Riverview

What are Silverfish?

Have you ever pulled a book off the shelf or may be opened an old wooden container only to get surprised while those 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 survived 400 million years! They are small wingless insects, with fish-like look and appear to be whitish-gray in colour. They are harmless 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 other sections 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 commonly found in attics, basements, bathtubs, sinks, kitchens, older books, and showers.

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, coffee, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photos, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers aren’t an exception as well due to the glue. Overall, anything that has polysaccharide contents is known as food for these insects.

These house insects are often found in dark and sheltered regions in the household. If not, they are likely undisturbed in bookshelves, cupboards, closets and secluded locations.

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

Spotting an Infestation

Silverfish are known to be nocturnal and they move around so fast. Since they feed on starches and glue, most people become mindful that if they see openings and yellowish stains on their attire or closets, they understand that silverfish is the offender.

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 in which masonry is still moist. During a famine, a silverfish may even attack leatherware and synthetic fabrics. Silverfish can live for a year or more without eating.

Silverfish eggs generally take within 14 Days to two months to incubate. Indeed, the male and female carry out a fascinating habit that includes 3 stages and may last over 30 minutes. The female silverfish lay about 60 eggs and kept in tiny crevices. At the end, when the eggs hatch, the nymphs will deal on its way to move toward becoming adults following after three months to three years.

On the other hand, they are food for other insects like earwigs, home centipedes, and spiders

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

Cleaning the house doesn’t necessarily guarantee to lessen the number of silverfish. Therefore, most homeowners seek advice to professional pest control services to implement a customised treatment focused on silverfish eradication.

Here are some reasons why having a professional silverfish treatment is a good 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 speculate a silverfish infestation in the solace of your house, it’s best to call the assistance of an authorised pest control expert. Here at Local Pest Control Western Sydney, we guarantee free inspection provide and we will distinguish a prescribed therapy tailor-fit for your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my household pets be affected by the treatment you apply?

The security of your pet is very important to us. You may rest assured that the active constituent that they may come into contact with, whether it’s still wet or inhaling it or ingestion, is minute.

Will the spray cause problems to humans?

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

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

This is only a concern if the sprayed areas remain wet. Should this happen, wash with soap and plenty of water as soon as you can. After a relatively short period in time water carrier, tap water will have been dissolved and will not harm you in any way when you come in contact with the surface.

Pest Control Mount Riverview

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We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and we are able to offer affordable solutions for controlling pests. Also, we are staffed with a staff of certified pest control specialists who specialize in pest biology research and are certified to offer efficient recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments created to have a minimal environmental impact while delivering strong control results on termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable because we know and understand the species of pests that are present in your area or your community.

We specialise in developing new and cost-effective pest control strategies, such as pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are designed to ensure the health and well-being of your family being our main concern.

Why Use Us?

Our experts bring you ways to identify pests and insects and monitoring tips on how to deal with pests and bugs at home and at work. We have the right equipment and are well-trained to identify your pest infestation problems, and recommend appropriate methods of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

The majority of residential properties will require annual pest control services however commercial properties, due to their health and safety requirements will require more frequent visits.

At Local Pest Control Western Sydney, after an initial inspection and treatment, we will create an annual program for our customers to reduce their need to worry about unwelcome visitors. This scheduled service is ideal for many offices, hotels, food serving commercial premises as well as homeowners. Another great feature we can provide is the opportunity to visit your premises in a nonbranded vehicle to carry out any pest control procedure if extra discretion is required.

Our technicians are well-trained and knowledgeable as they are, we are fully equipped to expertly handle all kinds of pest control issues you may encounter within the Mount Riverview region.

We’ll provide you with an efficient, courteous and cost-effective service to stop any subspecies or species of pest (who will all require different and unique treatment) from coming back to your property.