Silverfish Control
Five Dock

What are Silverfish?

Have you pulled a book off the rack or even opened an old wooden box and just scream when these white unpleasant creatures dart off? We are referring to silverfish.

Homeowners often transport silverfish indoors unknowingly. When brought inside the house, 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.

Their presence is sometimes undetected and homeowners frequently transport silverfish indoors unknowingly. Once inside, they find a safe 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, like starches and dextrins in adhesives, which are found in book bindings. They are also known to feed on carpeting, clothing, java, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photographs, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception as well due to the paste. Overall, anything that has polysaccharide contents is considered food for these insects.

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

These national creepy crawlers are often found lurking in dark and sheltered areas in the household. Otherwise, they are likely hiding between the nooks of the bookshelves, cabinets, cabinets and secluded places. They may not impose any injury, and nothing has ever been recorded, however, they are considered a nuisance and may be destructive to any belongings.

Spotting an Infestation

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

As aforementioned, silverfish loves moist, dark and cold areas. They are found hiding in the nooks of the bathroom, kitchen cupboards, under the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are new buildings, large amounts 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 two weeks to 2 months for silverfish eggs to hatch. In fact, the adult female and male carryout an interesting mating ritual which involves 3 phases that last over 30 minutes. 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 weeks to 3 years.

Though they are responsible for household damages, silverfish holds no record to be transmitting diseases. On the other hand, they are food for other insects such as earwigs, house centipedes, and spiders.

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

Though you may somehow lessen their brooding when you clean the household, it can’t guarantee that silverfish infestation will be completely eradicated. It will still be a wise choice if specialist pest control services will be taken for silverfish therapy.

Here are some reasons why using 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 routine treatment will keep the pest infestation to a minimum
• They know what type of treatment should be used

That being said, they could trigger an allergic response in some people. Professionals have their own equipment. Silverfish can be difficult to completely control this is especially true in homes which have wooden shingles on the roof. Furthermore, a trained professional will be better because they will be able to help you identify and treat the areas where silverfish is residing. If you suspect a silverfish infestation in the comfort of your home, it’s best to call the help of a licensed pest control professional. Here at Local Pest Control Ashfield, we guarantee free Inspection offer and we will determine a recommended treatment tailor-fit to 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 any active component they come in contact with, whether it’s still wet or inhaling it or ingestion the substance, is very small.

Will the spray cause problems to humans?

The spray we apply is usually employed in public areas such as hospitals and schools and has no adverse effects to human beings.

What should I do if I accidentally touch any of the areas spray?

This is only of concern if the spray areas are still damp. If this occurs, clean with soap and lots of water as fast as you possibly can. In a short amount of time, the water carrier, tap water will have evaporated and will not be harmful to you in any way when you come in contact with the surface.

Pest Control Five Dock

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We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and we are able to provide affordable solutions for controlling pests. Also, we are staffed with a staff of licensed pest control technicians that specialise in pest biological studies . They are certified to provide efficient recommendations and solutions for your home.

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