Silverfish Control
Beverley Park

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 wallpaper. Silverfish feed on carbohydrates, especially sugars and starches. Cellulose, shampoos, glue in books, linen, silk and dead insects may 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 moist clothing.

Silverfish has been on earth millions of years ago before dinosaurs. Meaning, bugs like them have lived 400 million years! They are small wingless insects, with fish-like appearance and appear to be whitish-gray in color. They are harmless and there have been no known evidence that they cause diseases or inject poison but then they are considered pests in homes and businesses.

Their existence 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 homes through foundation cracks, torn screens, or openings around doors. Leaving dirty dishes out in the open will also lure silverfish inside. They are not known to spread illnesses but they are capable of triggering allergic reactions in some people and further damage possessions. Their presence sometimes attracts carpet beetles and causes unease due to their strange appearance.

Silverfish in Australian Households

Silverfish absorbs anything that contains polysaccharides, like starches and dextrins in adhesives, which are found in book bindings. Aside from that, they feed on carpeting, clothing, coffee, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photographs, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception as well because these creatures feed on it because of the paste. Overall, anything that’s polysaccharide contents are considered food for these pests.

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.

As above, they may not impose any harm, however they are considered a nuisance and can be destructive to any belongings.

Spotting an Infestation

These creepy crawlers are proven to be nocturnal and they move around fast. Since they feed on starches and paste, most people 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 above, silverfish loves moist, dark and cold locations. They’re found hiding in the nooks of the bathroom, kitchen cabinets, under the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are new buildings, large numbers 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.

Silverfish eggs usually take within two weeks to two months to hatch. In fact, the male and female carry out an exciting ritual that involves three phases and may last over 30 minutes. The female silverfish lay approximately 60 eggs and deposited in little crevices. Eventually, while the eggs hatch, the nymphs will work on its way to be 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’re food for other insects such as 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 using 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 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 Kogarah, we guarantee free inspection offer and we’ll determine a recommended treatment tailor-fit for your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the treatments you apply?

Your pet’s safety is very important to us. We can assure you that the constituents active they may come into contact with, whether it’s still damp or by inhaling or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Will the spray cause harm to humans?

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

What do I do if accidentally touch any of the areas treated with a spray?

It’s only a concern if the sprayed areas are still wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and lots of water as fast as you possibly can. After a brief period of time, the carrier, tap water will have evaporated and will not cause any harm to you when you come in contact with the surface.

Pest Control Beverley Park

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We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and can provide low-cost solutions for controlling pests. Also, we are staffed with a team of certified pest control specialists who specialize in pest biology studies and are certified to give practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We have a range of treatments that have been created to have a minimal environmental impact while providing strong control results on termite populations. Our results are impressive due to our knowledge of the species of pests that are present in your local area or in your community.

We specialise in developing efficient and affordable pest control management including inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are developed to ensure the health and well being of your family being our top priority.

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Our specialists will provide you with pest or insect identification methods and monitoring tips on how to manage pests or bugs at home as well as in the workplace. We are well equipped and professionally trained to recognize your pest infestation problems, and recommend appropriate course of treatment.

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Commercial & Residential Services

Most Beverley Park residential properties will require annual pest management services but commercial premises, due to their safety and health regulations will require more frequent visits.

We at Local Pest Control Kogarah, after an initial inspection as well as treatment we will set up an annual programme for our customers to reduce their need to worry about unwelcome visitors. This program is suitable for many offices, hotels catering to commercial establishments as well as homeowners. Another excellent service we offer 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 highly trained and knowledgeable as they are, they are equipped to effectively tackle every one of the many kinds of pest control issues you can possibly experience within the Beverley Park region.

We’ll offer you an efficient, considerate and cost-effective service that will stop any subspecies or species of pest (who will all require different and unique treatments) from returning to your home.