Silverfish Control
Claremont Meadows

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’re talking about silverfish.

Homeowners often transport silverfish indoors unknowingly. When brought inside the house, cardboard boxes and plastic containers recently stored in infested areas can make it possible for the pests to spread. The pests will enter houses through foundation cracks, torn screens, or gaps 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 safe dark and damp place where they can nestle and strain, and over time spread anywhere. These 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. They are not known to spread illnesses but they are capable of triggering allergic reactions in certain people and further damage possessions. 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, such as starches and dextrins in adhesives, which are found in book bindings. They are also known to feed on carpet, clothing, coffee, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photographs, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers aren’t an exception as well because of the paste. Overall, anything that’s polysaccharide contents is known as 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 occupy moist areas with relative humidity between 75 percent and 95%.

As above, they may not inflict any harm, but they are considered a nuisance and can be unfavourable to any belongings.

Spotting an Infestation

Silverfish are known to be nocturnal and they move around so fast. Since they feed on starches and paste, most people become mindful that should they see openings and yellowish stains in their attire or cupboards, they understand that silverfish is the culprit.

As aforementioned, silverfish loves moist, dark and cold locations. So, it’s better to inspect the bathroomkitchen cupboards, under the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are new buildings, large numbers could be found where masonry is still damp.

Silverfish eggs usually take within two weeks to 2 months to hatch. Actually, the adult male and female carryout an interesting mating ritual which involves 3 stages and lasts over 30 minutes. The female 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 months to 3 years.

In spite of the fact that they are in charge of household 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

Cleaning the house doesn’t necessarily guarantee to lessen the amount 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 extent of infestation
• A routine treatment will keep the pest infestation to a minimum
• They know what type of treatment should be used

That being said, they can trigger an allergic reaction in some people. Professionals have their own gear. Silverfish can be tough to completely control this is especially true in homes that have wooden shingles on the roof. Furthermore, a trained professional will be better because they will have the ability to help you identify and treat the areas where silverfish is residing. 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 Penrith, we guarantee free Inspection offer and we will determine a recommended treatment tailor-fit to your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The security of your pet is a top priority for us. We can assure you that the constituents active they might come into contact with, whether it’s still damp or through inhalation or ingesting, is minute.

Does the spray pose problems to humans?

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

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

It’s only an issue if the sprayed areas are still damp. Should this happen, wash with soap and plenty of water as quickly as you can. After a brief period of time, the carrier, tap water will have been dissolved and will not harm you in any way should you come into contact with the region.

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We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and we are able to provide affordable pest control services. Additionally, we have a team of certified pest control specialists who specialize in pest biology studies and are certified to offer effective recommendations and solutions for your home.

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A majority of homes are required to have annual pest control but commercial premises because of their safety and health regulations require more frequent inspections.

In Local Pest Control Penrith, after an initial inspection as well as treatment we can create an annual program for our clients to eliminate the need to worry about visitors who aren’t welcome. This program is suitable for hotels, offices catering to commercial establishments as well as homeowners. Another benefit we provide is visiting your premises in a nonbranded vehicle to perform any pest control procedure if you require extra discretion.

With our technicians being well-trained and knowledgeable as they are, they have the tools to tackle any of the vast arrays of pest control issues you can possibly experience in the Claremont Meadows area.

We will provide you with an efficient, considerate and cost-effective service to keep any species or subspecies of pest (who require different and unique treatment) from coming back to your property.