Silverfish Control
Northwood

What are Silverfish?

Silverfish are pest that are commonly found in dwelling in drawers or boxes in garages and sheds. Silverfish are known for their destructive feeding habits, oftentimes ruining papers, clothing and wallpaper. Silverfish feed on carbohydrates, especially sugars and starches. Cellulose, shampoos, paste 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 damp clothing.

Silverfish have been on the earth hundreds of thousands of years in the past before dinosaurs. Meaning, insects like them have lived for 400 million years! They are small wingless bugs, with the fish-like look and are whitish-grey in colour. They are benign and there had been no acknowledged proof that they cause diseases or introduce poison, however, they may be considered pests in houses and businesses.

Silverfish do not transmit diseases, but the pests may trigger allergies in some people and further damage possessions. Their presence sometimes 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, java, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photographs, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception too because these creatures feed on it because of the paste. Overall, anything that’s 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 need a relative humidity between 75% and 95%. In urban areas, they can be found in basements and attics.

As aforementioned, they may not inflict any harm, but they are considered a nuisance and can be unfavourable to any belongings.

Spotting an Infestation

Silverfish are parasitic insects and they move around so fast. Their main diet involves starch-rich matter and those that contain paste. Most people can easily identify their existence since they leave stains on clothes and wardrobes.

As aforementioned, silverfish loves moist, dark and cold locations. So, it is better to inspect the bathroom, kitchen closets, under the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are new buildings, large numbers may be found in which masonry remains damp.

Silverfish eggs usually take within two weeks to two months to hatch. Actually, the female and male carryout an interesting ritual that involves 3 phases and may last over half an hour. The female silverfish lay about 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 years.

On the other hand, they are food for other insects like earwigs, home centipedes, and spiders

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

Cleaning the house doesn’t necessarily guarantee to lessen the amount of silverfish. Therefore, most homeowners seek advice to professional pest control services to implement a customised treatment focused on silverfish eradication.

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 type of treatment should be used

If you suspect a silverfish infestation at the comfort of your home, it is best to call the support of a licensed pest control professional. Here at Local Pest Control North Shore, we guarantee free inspection offer and we will determine a recommended treatment tailor-fit for your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

My pets in the household will be affected by the products you apply?

Your pet’s safety is extremely important to us. You can rest assured that the constituents active they may come into contact with, whether it’s still wet or inhaling it or ingestion the substance, is very small.

Does the spray pose harm to humans?

The spray we use is often employed in public areas such as schools and hospitals and causes no ill effects to human beings.

What do I do if accidently touch any of the areas spray?

This will only be of concern if the spray areas are still damp. Should this happen, wash with soap and plenty of water as fast as you can. After a relatively short period of time, the carrier tap water has gone out of the water and will not cause any harm to you should you come into contact with the region.

Pest Control Northwood

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We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and can offer affordable service for pest management. Also, we are staffed with a staff of licensed pest control experts who specialize in pest biology studies . They are certified to provide practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments that have been specifically designed to minimize environmental impact, while having powerful results for controlling termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable because we are aware of the insects that are most commonly present in your area or community.

We specialize in the development of innovative and affordable pest control strategies, such as pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control services are designed to ensure the health and well being of your family being our top priority.

Why Use Us?

Our experts bring you techniques for identifying pests or insects and tips for monitoring to manage pests or bugs at home and in the workplace. We have the right equipment and are well-trained to identify the problem with pests, and provide the best method of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

The majority of residential properties need annual pest management services however commercial properties due to safety and health regulations, need far more frequent visits.

We at Local Pest Control North Shore, after an initial examination followed by treatment and inspection, we are able to arrange an annual schedule for our clients to eliminate worries about visitors who aren’t welcome. This program is suitable for many offices, hotels catering to commercial establishments and also homeowners. Another excellent service we offer is visiting your premises with a non-branded car to carry out any pest control procedure if you require extra discretion.

Our technicians are well-trained and knowledgeable as they are, we are equipped to effectively tackle every one of the many kinds of pest control issues you can possibly experience within the Northwood region.

We’ll provide you with an efficient, courteous and cost-effective solution that will keep any species or subspecies of pest (who require different and unique treatments) from coming back to your home.