Silverfish Control
Windsor Downs

What are Silverfish?

Have you ever wondered that when you open 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 creatures are known to be harmful pests. Silverfish feed on carbohydrates, particularly sugars and starches. They have voracious feeding habits, oftentimes ruining papers, clothing and wallpaper.

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

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 families, they are commonly found in attics, bathrooms, bathrooms, sinks, kitchens, old 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 are not an exception as well because of the paste. Overall, anything that’s polysaccharide contents is known as food for these insects.

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.

As previously mentioned, they may not cause large damage, however, they are viewed as a hassle and can deem damage to any products.

Spotting an Infestation

These creepy crawlers are proven to be nocturnal and they move around quickly. Since they feed on starches and paste, most individuals will be conscious of their existence when they see holes and yellowish stains on their clothing or wardrobes. They understand that silverfish is present.

As previously mentioned, silverfish enjoys moist, dark and cold areas. Thus, it is smarter to check the washroom, kitchen cabinets, under the sink, storage rooms and rooms. Typically, when there are new establishments, vast numbers might be found in which masonry is as yet moist?

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

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

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

Cleaning the house and surrounding regions don’t completely eradicate silverfish. These pests are quite difficult to eliminate it requires assistance from pest control 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 sort of treatment should be used

If you suspect a silverfish infestation in the comfort of your home, it is best to call the help of a licensed pest control professional. Here at Local Pest Control Western Sydney, we guarantee free inspection offer and we’ll determine a recommended treatment tailor-fit to your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The safety of your pets is extremely important to us. You may rest assured that the active constituent that they might come into contact with, whether it’s still damp or through inhalation or ingesting the substance, is very small.

Can the spray cause any human health issues?

The spray we apply is usually used in public places like schools and hospitals and causes no ill effects to human beings.

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

It’s only a concern if the sprayed areas remain wet. If this happens, wash with soap and lots of water as quickly as you can. After a relatively short period of time, the carrier, tap water will have evaporated and won’t cause any harm to you when you come in contact with the area.

Pest Control Windsor Downs

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We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and can provide affordable service for pest management. Also, we are staffed with a staff of licensed pest control technicians that specialise in pest biological studies and are certified to provide practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We offer a variety of treatments that are specifically designed to minimize environmental impact while delivering effective results in controlling termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable because we know and understand the pests that are predominantly present in your area or in your community.

We specialize in the development of efficient and affordable pest control management including inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control services are designed with the health and well-being 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 monitoring tips on how to control bugs or pests both at home and in the workplace. We are well equipped and highly trained to properly identify your pest infestation problems, and recommend appropriate course of treatment.

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The majority of residential properties need annual pest control however commercial properties, due to their safety and health regulations will require more frequent inspections.

At Local Pest Control Western Sydney, after an initial inspection followed by treatment and inspection, we can arrange an annual schedule for our clients to eliminate their need to worry about visitors who aren’t welcome. This service can be a great fit for many offices, hotels and food establishments that serve commercial properties as well as homeowners. Another great feature we can provide is visiting your premises in a nonbranded vehicle to provide any pest control procedure if extra discretion is required.

Our technicians are highly trained and knowledgeable as they are, we are fully equipped to expertly tackle all kinds of pest control issues you might encounter in the Windsor Downs area.

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