Silverfish Control
Fairfield

What are Silverfish?

Have you ever wondered that when you start a book you found a little and white monster nestled in between the pages? That is a silverfish. Commonly found in old boxes, drawers and bookshelves, these animals are known to be destructive pests. Silverfish feed on carbohydrates, particularly sugars and starches. They have voracious feeding habits, oftentimes ruining papers, clothing and wallpaper.

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 appearance and are whitish-grey in colour. They are benign and there had been no acknowledged proof that they cause diseases or introduce toxin, however, they are considered pests in homes and businesses.

Silverfish do not transmit diseases, but the pests may trigger allergies in some people and further damage properties. Their presence occasionally attracts carpet beetles and causes unease due to their strange appearance.

Silverfish in Australian Households

Silverfish devours whatever contains polysaccharides, for example, starches and dextrins in adhesives, which are used in book ties. Besides that, they feed on a floor covering, apparel, espresso, dandruff, stick, hair, a few paints, paper, photographs, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception as well as these pests feed on it because of the glue. By and large, anything that has polysaccharide substance is viewed as sustenance for these insects.

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 previously mentioned, they may not cause massive damage, however, they are seen as a hassle and can deem damage to any products.

Spotting an Infestation

Silverfish are nocturnal pests 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 damp, dark and cold areas. So, it’s better to inspect the bathroom, kitchen cupboards, under the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are fresh buildings, large numbers may be found in which masonry is still damp.

Silverfish eggs usually take within two weeks to 2 months to hatch. In fact, the adult female and male carryout an interesting mating ritual which involves 3 phases and lasts over 30 minutes. The female silverfish is capable of laying out 60 eggs and deposited in little crevices. When these eggs hatch, the nymphs will thrive to develop into adults between 3 weeks to 3 years.

Though they are responsible for household damages, silverfish holds no record in transmitting diseases. On the other hand, they are food for other insects like earwigs, house centipedes, and spiders.

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

Though you could reduce their brooding while you clean the household, it cannot assure that silverfish infestation can be absolutely removed. It will nevertheless be a smart choice if professional pest management services can be obtained for silverfish remedy.

Here are a few reasons why having an expert silverfish therapy is the best 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 at the comfort of your home, it is best to call the support of a licensed pest control professional. Here at Local Pest Control Fairfield, we guarantee free inspection offer and we will identify a recommended treatment tailor-fit for your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Your pet’s safety is a top priority for us. You may rest assured that the constituents active they come in contact with, either when it is still wet or inhaling it or ingestion it, is a tiny amount.

Does the spray pose harm to humans?

The spray we employ is typically used in public places like schools and hospitals and causes no ill effects on humans.

What do I do if accidentally touch any of the areas that have been spray?

This will only be an issue if the sprayed areas are still damp. If this occurs, clean with soap and lots of water as fast as you can. After a brief period of time, the carrier, tap water will have gone out of the water and won’t be harmful to you in any way should you come into contact with the area.

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

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Our specialists will provide you with ways to identify pests and insects and provide tips for monitoring to control bugs or pests at home and in the workplace. We are well equipped and highly trained to properly identify your pest infestation problems, and recommend appropriate method of action.

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A majority of homes will require annual pest management services but commercial buildings because of their health and safety requirements, need far more frequent visits.

At Local Pest Control Fairfield, after an initial inspection followed by treatment and inspection, we can create an annual program for our clients to eliminate worries about visitors who aren’t welcome. This scheduled service is ideal for hotels, offices, food serving commercial premises and also homeowners. Another excellent service we offer is the opportunity to visit your property using a non-branded vehicle to carry out any pest control services if additional discretion is needed.

Our technicians are highly trained and knowledgeable as they are, we are fully equipped to expertly handle any of the vast arrays of pest control problems you can possibly experience in the Fairfield area.

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