Silverfish Control
Castlecrag

What are Silverfish?

Have you ever pulled a book off the shelf or even opened an old wooden box just to shout when these white creepy creatures dart off? Well, we’re talking about silverfish.

Silverfish have been present 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 a feeling of being whitish-grey in color. They are harmless and there has been no known proof that they cause illnesses or inflict poison, however, they are viewed as a pest in homes and organisations.

Silverfish don’t transmit diseases, but the pests can trigger allergies in some people and additional damage properties. Their presence occasionally attracts carpet beetles and causes unease because of their strange appearance.

Silverfish in Australian Households

Silverfish consumes anything that contains polysaccharides, like starches and dextrins in adhesives, which are found in book bindings. Both adults and larvae love to feed on carpeting, clothing, coffee, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photos, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception too because these creatures feed on it because of the paste. Overall, anything that has polysaccharide contents is considered food for these pests.

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 require a relative humidity between 75% and 95%. In urban areas, they can be found in basements and attics.

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

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 cupboards, they understand that silverfish is the offender.

They are located hiding in dark and moist nooks of the toilet, kitchen cupboards, under the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are new buildings, large numbers may be found where masonry is still moist. During a famine, a silverfish may even attack leatherware and synthetic materials. Silverfish can live for a year or more without eating.

It takes two weeks to 2 months for silverfish eggs to hatch. Actually, the adult male and female carryout an interesting mating ritual which involves 3 phases that last over 30 minutes. The female silverfish is capable of laying out 60 eggs and deposited in small crevices. When these eggs hatch, the nymphs will flourish to develop into adults between 3 months to 3 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 could reduce their brooding while you wash the household, it can’t assure that silverfish infestation can be absolutely eliminated. It will nevertheless be a smart option if professional pest management services can be taken for silverfish remedy.

Here are some reasons why using 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’s best to call the support of a licensed pest control professional. Here at Local Pest Control North Shore, we promise free inspection offer and we’ll identify a recommended treatment tailor-fit to your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The security of your pet is very important to us. You can rest assured that the active constituent that they come in contact with, whether it’s still wet or by inhaling 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 such as hospitals and schools and does not cause any harm to human beings.

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

It’s only of concern if the spray areas are still wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and plenty of water as soon as you can. After a relatively short period of time, the water carrier tap water has gone out of the water and will not be harmful to you in any way should you come into contact with the surface.

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