Silverfish Control
Blackburn South

What are Silverfish?

Have you ever wondered that when you open a book you found a tiny 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 harmful pests. Silverfish feed on carbohydrates, especially sugars and starches. They have voracious feeding habits, oftentimes ruining papers, clothes and wallpaper.

Silverfish have been on the earth thousands and 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 harmless and there’d been no acknowledged proof that they cause diseases or introduce poison, however, they are considered pests in homes and businesses.

Silverfish do not transmit diseases, but the pests may trigger allergies in some people and additional damage properties. Their existence sometimes attracts carpet beetles and causes unease because of 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 carpet, clothing, java, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photographs, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception as well due to the glue. Overall, anything that has polysaccharide contents is known as food 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 need a relative humidity between 75% and 95%. In urban areas, they can be found in basements and attics.

As aforementioned, they may not impose any harm, however they’re considered a nuisance and can be harmful to any belongings.

Spotting an Infestation

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

They are found hiding in dark and damp nooks of the bathroom, kitchen cupboards, under the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are new buildings, large numbers may be found in which masonry is still moist. During a famine, a silverfish may even attack leatherware and synthetic materials. Silverfish can live for a year or more without eating.

It takes two weeks to 2 months for silverfish eggs to hatch. In fact, the adult female and male carryout an interesting mating ritual which involves 3 phases that last 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 flourish to develop into adults between 3 weeks to 3 decades.

Regardless of the fact that they are in charge of family damages, silverfish holds no record to transmit illnesses. Then again, they are sustenance for different insects like earwigs, house centipedes, and insects.

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

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

Here are some reasons why using a professional silverfish treatment is a fantastic 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 suspect a silverfish infestation in the comfort of your home, it’s best to call the help of a licensed pest control professional. Here at Local Pest Control Eastern Suburbs, we promise free inspection offer and we’ll identify a recommended treatment tailor-fit to your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The safety of your pets is very important to us. You may rest assured that the active constituent that they might come into contact with, whether it’s still damp or by inhaling or ingesting, is minute.

Does the spray pose harm to humans?

The spray we use is often utilized in public spaces such as schools and hospitals and has no adverse effects on humans.

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

This will only be a concern if the sprayed areas remain wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and plenty of water as fast as you are able to. In a short amount 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 surface.

Pest Control Blackburn South

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We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and we are able to provide low-cost pest control services. We also have a staff of licensed pest control experts who specialize in pest biological research and are certified to give effective recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a variety of treatments that are specifically designed to minimize environmental impact while delivering effective results in controlling termite populations. Our results are impressive due to our knowledge of the insects that are most commonly found in your region or your community.

We specialize in the development of innovative and affordable pest control solutions, including pest inspections, as well as live trapping. Our pest control solutions are developed with the health and wellbeing of your family being our main concern.

Why Use Us?

Our experts will present you with pest or insect identification methods and provide tips for monitoring to control bugs or pests at home as well as at work. We have the right equipment and are highly trained to properly identify the pest problem and provide the best course of treatment.

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Commercial & Residential Services

A majority of homes will require annual pest control services however commercial properties because of their safety and health regulations require more frequent inspections.

At Local Pest Control Eastern Suburbs, after an initial examination and treatment, we are able to create an annual program for our customers to reduce their need to worry about unwelcome visitors. This service can be a great fit for hotels, offices and food establishments that serve commercial properties and homeowners alike. Another excellent service we provide is to visit your premises using a non-branded vehicle to carry out any pest control procedure if additional discretion is needed.

With our staff members being well-trained and knowledgeable as they are we are equipped to effectively handle all kinds of pest control problems you might encounter in the Blackburn South area.

We’ll offer you an efficient, friendly and cost-effective solution that will keep any species or subspecies of pest (who will all require different and specific treatments) from returning to your property.