Silverfish Control
Merrylands West

What are Silverfish?

Silverfish are pest that are generally found in dwelling in boxes or drawers in sheds and garages. Silverfish are known for their destructive feeding habits, oftentimes ruining newspapers, clothing and background. Silverfish feed on carbohydrates, especially sugars and starches. Cellulose, shampoos, glue 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.

Silverfish have been on the earth thousands and 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’d been no recognised proof that they cause diseases or introduce toxin, however, they are considered pests in houses and businesses.

Their existence is sometimes undetected and homeowners often transport silverfish indoors unknowingly. Once inside, they find a secure dark and damp place where they can nestle and breed, and over time spread anywhere. These pests will enter houses through base cracks, torn screens, or gaps around doors. Leaving dirty dishes out in the open will also lure silverfish indoors. They are not known to spread illnesses but they are capable of triggering allergic reactions in certain people and further damage properties. Their presence sometimes attracts carpet beetles and causes unease due to their strange appearance.

Silverfish in Australian Households

Silverfish feed on anything that contains polysaccharides, such as 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 considered food for these pests.

Silverfish are common insect species and are abundant in Africa, the Americas, Europe, Australia, Asia and other parts of the Pacific. They occupy moist areas with relative humidity between 75% and 95%.

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

Spotting an Infestation

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

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

Silverfish eggs generally take within 14 Days to 2 months to incubate. Indeed, the male and female carry out a fascinating custom that includes 3 stages and might last over 30 minutes. The female silverfish lay around 60 eggs and stored in tiny crevices. At the end, when the eggs hatch, the nymphs will deal on its way to move toward becoming adults after after three months to three years.

Though they are responsible for household damages, silverfish holds no record to be transmitting diseases. On the other hand, they’re food for other insects like 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 nonetheless be a smart choice if professional pest control services can be taken for silverfish remedy.

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 magnitude 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 at the solace of your house, it’s ideal to call the assistance of an authorised pest management expert. Here at Local Pest Control Greystanes, we guarantee free inspection offer and we will differentiate a prescribed therapy tailor-fit for your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The security of your pet is extremely important to us. You may rest assured that the constituents active they might come into contact with, either when it’s still damp or inhaling it or ingestion the substance, is very small.

Can the spray cause any harm to humans?

The spray we use is often used in public places such as hospitals and schools and has no adverse effects to humans.

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

This is only a concern if the sprayed areas are still wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and plenty of water as fast as you possibly can. In a short amount duration, your carrier, tap water will have evaporated and won’t harm you in any way should you come into contact with the surface.

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Most Merrylands West residential properties need annual pest control services but commercial premises, due to their health and safety requirements require more frequent visits.

In Local Pest Control Greystanes, after an initial examination followed by treatment and inspection, we are able to arrange an annual schedule for our customers to reduce their need to worry about visitors who aren’t welcome. This scheduled service is ideal for hotels, offices and food establishments that serve commercial properties and homeowners alike. Another benefit we provide is to visit your premises with a non-branded car to carry out any pest control services if extra discretion is required.

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