Silverfish Control
Belmore

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 are talking about silverfish.

Homeowners often transport silverfish indoors unknowingly. When brought inside the home, cardboard boxes and plastic containers recently stored in infested areas can allow the pests to spread. The pests will enter houses through foundation cracks, torn screens, or openings around doors. Leaving dirty dishes out in the open will also lure silverfish indoors.

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 foundation 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 feed on anything that contains polysaccharides, like starches and dextrins in adhesives, which are found in book bindings. They are also known to feed on carpeting, clothing, coffee, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photos, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception as well because of the glue. Overall, anything that has polysaccharide contents is known as food for these insects.

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 percent and 95%.

As aforementioned, they may not impose any harm, however they are considered a nuisance and can be destructive to any belongings.

Spotting an Infestation

These creepy crawlers are known to be nocturnal and they move around so fast. Since they feed on starches and paste, most people become aware that should they see holes and yellowish stains on their clothing or wardrobes, they know that silverfish is the offender .

As above, silverfish loves moist, dark and cold locations. They’re found hiding in the nooks of the bathroom, kitchen cabinets, under the sink, attics and basements. Usually, whenever there are new buildings, large numbers 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 usually take within two weeks to 2 months to hatch. Actually, the male and female carryout an interesting ritual that involves 3 phases and might last over 30 minutes. The female silverfish lay around 60 eggs and deposited in small crevices. Eventually, when the eggs hatch, the nymphs will work on its way to become adults after three months to three decades.

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 can’t assure that silverfish infestation can be absolutely removed. It will nonetheless be a smart option if professional pest management services can be obtained for silverfish remedy.

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 regular treatment will keep the pest infestation to a minimum
• They know what sort of treatment should be used

If you speculate a silverfish infestation at the solace of your house, it’s best to call the assistance of an authorised pest management expert. Here at Local Pest Control Belmore, we ensure free inspection offer and we will distinguish a prescribed treatment tailor-fit for your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my household pets be affected by the products you apply?

The security of your pet is a top priority for us. You can rest assured that any active component they might come into contact with, either when it is still wet or inhaling it or ingestion, is minute.

Does the spray pose harm to humans?

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

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

It’s only a concern if the sprayed areas are still wet. If this happens, wash with soap and lots of water as soon as you possibly can. In a short amount of time, the water carrier tap water has evaporated and will not harm you in any way when you come in contact with the area.

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