Silverfish Control
Oxley Park

What are Silverfish?

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

Silverfish have been present 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 a feeling of becoming whitish-grey in color. They are harmless and there has been no known proof that they cause disorders or inflict poison, however, then they are viewed as a pest in homes and organisations.

Silverfish don’t transmit diseases, but the pests may trigger allergies in some people and additional damage properties. Their existence occasionally 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 carpeting, clothing, java, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photos, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers aren’t an exception as well due to the paste. 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 occupy moist areas with relative humidity between 75 percent and 95%.

They nestle in dark and sheltered areas in the household. Otherwise, they are likely undisturbed in bookshelves, cupboards, closets and secluded places. They may not impose any harm but they are considered a nuisance and can be destructive to any belongings.

Spotting an Infestation

Silverfish are known to be nocturnal and they move around so fast. Since they feed on starches and glue, most people become mindful that if they see openings and yellowish stains on their attire or closets, they understand that silverfish is the offender.

As aforementioned, silverfish loves damp, dark and cold locations. So, it is better to inspect the bathroom, kitchen closets, under the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are new buildings, large numbers could be found in which masonry is still damp.

Silverfish eggs usually take within two weeks to 2 months to hatch. Actually, the adult female and male carryout an interesting mating ritual that involves 3 stages and lasts over 30 minutes. The female silverfish is capable of laying out 60 eggs and deposited in small crevices. When these eggs hatch, the nymphs will flourish to grow into adults between 3 months to 3 years.

Though they are responsible for household damages, silverfish holds no record in transmitting diseases. On the other hand, they’re food for other insects like earwigs, home centipedes, and spiders.

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

Though you can reduce their brooding while you clean the household, it cannot assure that silverfish infestation can be absolutely removed. It will nonetheless be a smart choice if professional pest management services can be taken 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 magnitude of infestation
• A routine treatment will keep the pest infestation to a minimum
• They know what sort of treatment should be used

If you suspect a silverfish infestation on the comfort of your home, it’s far better to request the help of a certified pest control expert. Here at Local Pest Control St Marys, we guarantee free inspection offer and we are able to comprehend the best remedy tailor-fit for your requirement or challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Your pet’s safety is very important to us. We can assure you that any active component they come in contact with, whether it is still wet or by inhaling or ingesting the substance, is very small.

Can the spray cause any harm to humans?

The spray we employ is typically used in public places like schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm to human beings.

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

This will only be of concern if the spray areas are still wet. Should this happen, wash with soap and lots of water as soon as you possibly can. After a brief period in time water carrier, tap water will have been dissolved and won’t harm you in any way when you come in contact with the surface.

Pest Control Oxley Park

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We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and are able to provide affordable service for pest management. Additionally, we have a staff of licensed pest control experts who specialize in pest biology research and are certified to give practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We have a range of treatments that are designed to have minimal environmental impact, while having strong control results on termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable due to our knowledge of the insects that are most commonly present in your area or your community.

We specialize in the development of new and cost-effective pest control solutions, including inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are designed to ensure the health and wellbeing of your family being our main concern.

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Our specialists will provide you with pest or insect identification methods and monitoring tips on how to manage pests or bugs at home as well as in the work place. We are well equipped and well-trained to identify your pest infestation problems, and provide the best methods of treatment.

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Commercial & Residential Services

Most Oxley Park residential properties are required to have annual pest control services but commercial premises due to health and safety requirements, need far more frequent inspections.

At Local Pest Control St Marys, after an initial examination as well as treatment we can arrange an annual schedule for our clients to eliminate the need to worry about visitors who aren’t welcome. This program is suitable for many offices, hotels and food establishments that serve commercial properties and also homeowners. Another benefit we provide is the opportunity to visit your premises using a non-branded vehicle to carry out any pest control services if extra discretion is required.

Our technicians are well-trained and knowledgeable as they are we are equipped to effectively tackle all kinds of pest control problems you might encounter in the Oxley Park area.

We’ll offer you an efficient, friendly and cost-effective service to stop any subspecies or species of pest (who require different and specific treatment) from returning to your property.