Silverfish Control
Beauty Point

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’s a silverfish. Commonly found in old boxes, drawers and bookshelves, these animals 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.

Silverfish have been existing for a number of years, coexisting with ancient animals. Which means, bugs like them have been walking round the earth for 400 million years! They are little, wingless insects, with the fish-like look and give off an impression of being whitish-grey in color. They are harmless and there has been no known proof that they cause disorders or inflict poison, however, they are viewed as a pest in homes and organisations.

These creepy crawlers are cosmopolitan species found in America, Australia, Africa, Eurasia and other 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 commonly found in attics, basements, bathtubs, sinks, kitchens, old books, and showers.

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, java, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photos, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception as well because of the glue. Overall, anything that’s polysaccharide contents is known as food for these insects.

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

As above, they may not inflict any harm, but they are regarded as a nuisance and can be unfavourable to any belongings.

Spotting an Infestation

Silverfish are categorised as nocturnal pests and they move around so quickly. Since they voraciously consume on starch-rich items and paste, most people can easily identify their presence since they leave stains on clothes and wardrobes.

As above, silverfish likes moist, dark and cold locations. So, it’s better to inspect the toilet, kitchen closets, underneath the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are new infrastructures, enormous numbers might be discovered in which masonry remains damp.

Silverfish eggs usually take within two weeks to two months to hatch. Actually, the male and female carryout an interesting ritual which involves 3 phases and may last over half an hour. The female silverfish lay around 60 eggs and deposited in little crevices. Finally, when the eggs hatch, the nymphs will work on its way to become adults following three months to three decades.

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 like earwigs, home centipedes, and spiders.

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

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

Here are a few reasons why having an expert silverfish treatment is the best 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

That being said, they can trigger an allergic reaction in some people. Professionals have their own equipment. Silverfish can be tough to completely control this is especially true in homes which have wooden shingles on the roof. Additionally, a trained professional will be better because they’ll have the ability 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 North Shore, we promise free Inspection offer and we will identify a recommended treatment tailor-fit to your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my household pets be affected by the treatments you use?

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

Does the spray pose problems to humans?

The spray we apply is usually utilized in public spaces such as hospitals and schools and causes no ill effects on humans.

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

This will only be a concern if the sprayed areas are still wet. If this happens, wash with soap and lots of water as fast as you can. In a short amount in time water carrier tap water has gone out of the water and won’t be harmful to you in any way should you come into contact with the surface.

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We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and are able to offer affordable pest control services. We also have a staff of certified pest control specialists that specialise in pest biological research and are certified to offer practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We have a range of treatments that are specifically designed to minimize environmental impact, while having strong control results on termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable because we know and understand the pests that are predominantly found in your region or your community.

We are a specialist in developing new and cost-effective pest control management including pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are developed to ensure the health and well-being of your family members as our main concern.

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Our specialists will provide you with ways to identify pests and insects and monitoring tips on how to manage pests or bugs at home as well as in the workplace. We are equipped and highly trained to properly identify the problem with pests, and provide the best methods of treatment.

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

In Local Pest Control North Shore, after an initial examination and treatment, we are able to arrange an annual schedule for our clients , which will eliminate their need to worry about visitors who aren’t welcome. This service can be a great fit for many offices, hotels, food serving commercial premises as well as homeowners. Another great feature we can provide is the opportunity to visit your property in a nonbranded vehicle to perform any pest control services if additional discretion is needed.

With our technicians being as comprehensively trained and experienced as they are, they are fully equipped to expertly handle all kinds of pest control issues that you might encounter within the Beauty Point region.

We will provide you with an efficient, friendly and cost-effective solution that will keep any species or subspecies of pest (who will all require different and individual treatment) from coming back to your property.