Silverfish Control
North Sydney

What are Silverfish?

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

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 look and appear to be whitish-gray in colour. They are harmless and there have been no known evidence that they cause diseases or inject poison but then they’re considered pests in homes and businesses.

Their presence is sometimes undetected and homeowners often transport silverfish indoors unknowingly. Once inside, they find a safe dark and damp place where they can nestle and strain, 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 inside. 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 consumes anything that contains polysaccharides, such as 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, photos, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception as well as these creatures feed on it because of the paste. Overall, anything that’s polysaccharide contents are considered food for these pests.

Silverfish are common pest 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 massive damage, however, they are seen as an annoyance and can deem damage to any items.

Spotting an Infestation

Silverfish are classified as nocturnal pests and they go around so quickly. Since they voraciously consume on starch-rich items and glue, most people can easily identify their presence since they leave stains on clothing and wardrobes.

As aforementioned, silverfish loves moist, dark and cold locations. They are found hiding in the nooks of the bathroom, kitchen cabinets, 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.

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

Though they are responsible for household damages, silverfish holds no record in transmitting diseases. On the other hand, they’re food for other insects such as earwigs, home 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 decision if specialist pest management services will be taken for silverfish treatment.

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 routine 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 is 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 determine a recommended treatment tailor-fit to your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The safety of your pets is extremely important to us. You may rest assured that the active constituent that they come in contact with, whether it’s still wet or inhaling it or ingestion the substance, is very small.

Can the spray cause any harm to humans?

The spray we apply is usually utilized in public spaces such as hospitals and schools and does not cause any harm to humans.

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

This is only of concern if the spray areas are still damp. Should this happen, wash with soap and plenty of water as soon as you are able to. In a short amount in time carrier, tap water will have evaporated and will not harm you in any way when you come in contact with the area.

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We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and we are able to provide low-cost solutions for controlling pests. We also have a team of licensed pest control experts who specialize in pest biology studies . They are certified to offer efficient recommendations and solutions for your home.

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The majority of residential properties need annual pest management services but commercial premises because of their health and safety requirements require more frequent visits.

We at Local Pest Control North Shore, after an initial examination and treatment, we can set up an annual programme for our clients to eliminate their need to worry about unwelcome visitors. This service can be a great fit for many offices, hotels and food establishments that serve commercial properties and also homeowners. Another great feature we can provide is to visit your premises with a non-branded car to carry out any pest control service when additional discretion is needed.

Our technicians are highly trained and knowledgeable as they are we are equipped to effectively tackle all kinds of pest control problems you may encounter in the North Sydney area.

We will provide you with an efficient, considerate and cost-effective service to keep any species or subspecies of pest (who will require a variety of and individual treatments) from coming back to your home.