Silverfish Control
Sylvania Waters

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 creatures 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 has been on the planet 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 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 existence is sometimes undetected and homeowners frequently transport silverfish indoors unknowingly. Once inside, they find a secure dark and damp place where they can nestle and breed, and over time spread anywhere. These pests will enter homes through base 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 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 like to 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 is considered food for these pests.

These house insects are often found in dark and sheltered regions in the home. 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 harmful to any belongings.

Spotting an Infestation

Silverfish are proven to be nocturnal and they move around so fast. Since they feed on starches and glue, most people become mindful that if they see openings and yellowish stains on their attire or closets, they know that silverfish is the offender.

As aforementioned, silverfish loves damp, dark and cold areas. They’re found hiding in the nooks of the bathroom, kitchen cupboards, under the sink, attics and basements. Usually, whenever there are new buildings, large numbers could 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 female and male carryout an interesting ritual which involves 3 phases and might 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 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, house centipedes, and spiders.

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

Though you may somehow diminish their brooding when you wash the household, it can’t ensure that silverfish Infestation will be wholly terminated. It will still be a wise choice if proficient annoyance control administrations will be taken for silverfish treatment.

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 on the comfort of your home, it is far better to request the support of a certified pest control expert. Here at Local Pest Control Caringbah, we guarantee free inspection provide and we are able to comprehend the best remedy tailor-fit to your requirement or challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

My pets in the household will be affected by the treatments you employ?

Your pet’s safety is a top priority for us. You may rest assured that any active component they may come into contact with, either when it’s still damp or by inhaling or ingesting, is minute.

Does the spray pose human health issues?

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

What do I do if I accidently touch any of the areas that have been sprayed?

It’s only of concern if the spray areas are still damp. If this occurs, clean with soap and lots of water as soon as you are able to. After a brief period of time, the water carrier tap water has been dissolved and will not be harmful to you in any way when you come in contact with the surface.

Pest Control Sylvania Waters

Do you want the best pest control Sylvania Waters services that are economical and effective? Do you want a service which is trustworthy? Do you need pest control that is long-lasting and that will be a service that is value for cost? Do you prefer to work with professionals who are skilled and well-educated? Do you need eco-friendly and pet-friendly pest-control solutions?

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

We have a range of treatments that are designed to have minimal environmental impact while delivering powerful results for controlling termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable because we know and understand the pests that are predominantly present in your area or in your community.

We specialise in developing efficient and affordable pest control management including pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control services are developed to ensure the health and well being of your family being our main concern.

Why Use Us?

Our specialists will provide you with pest or insect identification methods and provide tips for monitoring to manage pests or bugs at home and in the workplace. We are equipped and well-trained to identify the problem with pests, and suggest the appropriate course of treatment.

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Commercial & Residential Services

A majority of homes are required to have annual pest management services but commercial premises, due to their health and safety requirements will require more frequent visits.

We at Local Pest Control Caringbah, after an initial examination as well as treatment we will set up an annual programme for our clients to eliminate the 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 benefit we offer is to visit your premises with a non-branded car to provide any pest control service when additional discretion is needed.

With our technicians being well-trained and knowledgeable as they are we have the tools to deal with all kinds of pest control issues that you may encounter within the Sylvania Waters region.

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