Silverfish Control
Greystanes

What are Silverfish?

Have you ever pulled a book off the shelf or even opened an old wooden box only to scream when these white creepy creatures dart off? Well, we are talking about silverfish.

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

These creepy crawlers are cosmopolitan species found in America, Australia, Africa, Eurasia and other sections of the Pacific. They love to nestle moist areas where temperature is favourable, relatively humid between 75% and 95%. In urban areas specifically households, they are commonly found in attics, basements, bathtubs, sinks, kitchens, old books, and showers.

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 carpet, clothing, java, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photographs, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers aren’t an exception as well because of the glue. Overall, anything that has polysaccharide contents is 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 inhabit moist areas with relative humidity between 75 percent and 95%.

As previously mentioned, they may not cause large damage, however, they are seen as an annoyance and can deem damage to any products.

Spotting an Infestation

These creepy crawlers are known to be nocturnal and they move around fast. Since they feed on starches and paste, most people will be aware of their existence when they see holes and yellow stains on their clothes or wardrobes. They understand that silverfish is present.

As aforementioned, silverfish likes moist, dark and cold areas. So, it’s better to inspect the toilet, kitchen cupboards, underneath the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are new infrastructures, massive numbers may be discovered in which masonry remains damp.

Silverfish eggs usually take within two weeks to 2 months to hatch. Actually, the adult male and female carryout an interesting mating ritual that involves 3 stages and lasts over 30 minutes. The feminine silverfish is effective at putting out 60 eggs and deposited in small crevices. When these eggs hatch, the nymphs will thrive to develop into adults between 3 weeks to 3 decades.

Though they are responsible for household damages, silverfish holds no record to be transmitting diseases. On the other hand, they are food for other insects such as earwigs, home centipedes, and spiders.

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

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

Here are some reasons why having a professional silverfish treatment is a fantastic initiative:

• Reduces the risk of infestation
• Monitors other related pest problems overtime
• They can determine the magnitude 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 home, it’s ideal to call the assistance of an authorised pest management expert. Here at Local Pest Control Parramatta, we ensure free inspection offer and we will differentiate a prescribed treatment tailor-fit for your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

Can the spray cause any harm to humans?

The spray we apply is usually used in public places such as schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm to human beings.

What do I do if I happen to touch one of the areas treated with a spray?

This will only be an issue if the sprayed areas remain wet. If this happens, wash with soap and plenty of water as quickly as you are able to. In a short amount duration, your carrier tap water has been dissolved and won’t harm you in any way should you come into contact with the surface.

Pest Control Greystanes

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We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and we are able to provide affordable solutions for controlling pests. We also have a team of certified pest control specialists that specialise in pest biological studies and are certified to provide practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We offer a variety of treatments created to have a minimal environmental impact, while having effective results in controlling termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable due to our knowledge of the pests that are predominantly found in your region or your community.

We specialise in developing innovative and affordable pest control strategies, such as inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control services are designed in a way that puts the health and well being of your family as our primary concern.

Why Use Us?

Our experts will present you with pest or insect identification methods and tips for monitoring to deal with pests and bugs both at home and in the workplace. We are well equipped and professionally trained to recognize your pest infestation problems, and suggest the appropriate methods of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

Most Greystanes residential properties will require annual pest control but commercial buildings, due to their health and safety requirements require more frequent visits.

We at Local Pest Control Parramatta, after an initial examination followed by treatment and inspection, we can arrange an annual schedule for our customers to reduce their need to worry about visitors who aren’t welcome. This program is suitable for hotels, offices catering to commercial establishments and also homeowners. Another benefit we offer is to visit your premises in a nonbranded vehicle to perform any pest control services if extra discretion is required.

With our staff members being well-trained and knowledgeable as they are, they have the tools to deal with every one of the many kinds of pest control issues that you may encounter in the Greystanes area.

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