Silverfish Control
Oatlands

What are Silverfish?

Have you ever wondered that when you start a book you found a little and white creature 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, especially sugars and starches. They have voracious feeding habits, oftentimes ruining papers, clothing and wallpaper.

Silverfish have been existing for a number of years, coexisting with ancient animals. Which means, bugs like them have been walking around the ground for 400 million years! They are little, wingless insects, with the fish-like look and give off an impression of becoming whitish-grey in color. They are harmless and there’s been no known evidence that they cause illnesses or inflict poison, however, then they are seen as a pest in homes and organisations.

Their presence 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 everywhere. These pests will enter homes through foundation cracks, torn screens, or openings around doors. Leaving dirty dishes out in the open will also lure silverfish indoors. 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 due to their strange appearance.

Silverfish in Australian Households

Silverfish consumes anything that contains polysaccharides, such as starches and dextrins in adhesives, which are found in book bindings. Aside from that, they feed on carpeting, clothing, coffee, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photographs, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception too because these creatures feed on it because of the glue. Overall, anything that has polysaccharide contents are considered food for those pests.

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.

These domestic creepy crawlers are often found lurking in dark and sheltered areas in the household. Otherwise, they are likely hiding between the nooks of the bookshelves, cabinets, cabinets and secluded places. They may not inflict any harm, and nothing has ever been recorded, however, they are regarded as a nuisance and can be destructive to any belongings.

Spotting an Infestation

Silverfish are classified as nocturnal pests and they move around so fast. Since they voraciously consume on starch-rich items and glue, most people can easily identify their existence since they leave stains on clothing and wardrobes.

As above, silverfish loves damp, dark and cold areas. So, it’s better to inspect the bathroomkitchen cupboards, under the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are fresh buildings, large numbers could be found in which masonry is still damp.

Silverfish eggs usually take within two weeks to two months to hatch. In fact, the male and female carryout an interesting ritual that involves 3 phases and might last over half an hour. The female silverfish lay about 60 eggs and deposited in small crevices. Eventually, when the eggs hatch, the nymphs will operate on its way to become adults following three months to three years.

Though they’re accounted for household damages, silverfish holds no holds any record in transmitting diseases. On The alternative hand, they’re food for different insects like earwigs, house centipedes, and spiders.

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

Though you may somehow diminish their brooding when you wash 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

That being said, they could trigger an allergic reaction in some people. Professionals have their own equipment. Silverfish can be tough to completely control this is especially true in homes which have wooden shingles on the roof. Additionally, a trained professional will be better because they’ll be able to help you identify and treat the areas where silverfish is living. If you suspect a silverfish infestation in the comfort of your home, it is best to call the support of a licensed pest control professional. Here at Local Pest Control Carlingford, we promise free Inspection offer and we’ll determine a recommended treatment tailor-fit to your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

Can the spray cause any human health issues?

The spray we use is often utilized in public spaces such as schools and hospitals and causes no ill effects to humans.

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

This will only be of concern if the spray areas are still damp. If this happens, wash with soap and plenty of water as soon as you are able to. In a short amount in time water carrier, tap water will have evaporated and won’t cause any harm to you when you come in contact with the surface.

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